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FFR 162D

1996 Lotus Seven

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

62,242 mi
Last recorded62,242 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2014
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFR 162D
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2014 62,242 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 62,238 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 62,221 miles

Front suspension bushes poor condition

Pass 20 Oct 2012 62,183 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 62,121 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 61,955 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 61,750 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 61,650 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 61,604 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 61,599 miles

Front flexy hoses covered with plastic sleeving, cannot inspect condition

How Reliable is the Lotus Seven?

Based on 1,987 MOT tests across 294 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
294
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
parking brake recording little or no effort 36
position lamp(s) not working 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 23
brake recording little or no effort 23
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FFR 162D is a 1996 Lotus Seven in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Lotus Seven fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FFR 162D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 30 years old, this Lotus Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FFR 162D?

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What year was FFR 162D registered?

FFR 162D is a 1996 Lotus Seven, first registered on 2 March 1996.

Is FFR 162D safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFR 162D shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FFR 162D have outstanding finance?

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