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EU56 KMF

2006 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,915 mi
Last recorded16,915 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2009
Typical for 2006 Lotus Europa32,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 KMF
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2009 16,915 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 16,915 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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 KMF is a 2006 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KMF, 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 KMF?

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What year was EU56 KMF registered?

EU56 KMF is a 2006 Lotus Europa, first registered on 10 October 2006.

Is EU56 KMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU56 KMF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU56 KMF have outstanding finance?

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