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EU56 HFC

2006 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,772 mi
Last recorded26,772 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2009
Typical for 2006 Lotus Europa32,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 HFC
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Nov 2009 26,772 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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EU56 HFC is a 2006 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 32,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Europa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU56 HFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Europa typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 20 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EU56 HFC?

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What year was EU56 HFC registered?

EU56 HFC is a 2006 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is EU56 HFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU56 HFC shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU56 HFC have outstanding finance?

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