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FKT 178L

1972 Lotus Europa

Green Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,054 mi
Last recorded11,054 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKT 178L
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2017 11,054 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 10,865 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 10,389 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 10,091 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 9,892 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 9,616 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 7,920 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 6,715 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 4,616 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 3,110 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

slight play in offside and nearside lower swivels.

Pass 30 Apr 2007 2,370 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 1,853 miles

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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FKT 178L is a 1972 Lotus Europa in Green with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 55,308 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 FKT 178L, 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 54 years old, this Lotus Europa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FKT 178L registered?

FKT 178L is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 11 October 1972.

Is FKT 178L safe to buy?

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