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FLE 628J

1970 Lotus Seven

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,722 mi
Last recorded11,722 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 1970 Lotus Seven43,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLE 628J
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1970
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2023 11,722 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 11,578 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 11,337 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 11,034 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 10,582 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 9,979 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2014 9,093 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2013 8,300 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2012 7,679 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 6,933 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 6,156 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2008 5,654 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 5,084 miles

oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2006 4,817 miles

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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FLE 628J is a 1970 Lotus Seven in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 43,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FLE 628J, 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 56 years old, this Lotus Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FLE 628J?

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What year was FLE 628J registered?

FLE 628J is a 1970 Lotus Seven, first registered on 24 August 1970.

Is FLE 628J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLE 628J shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FLE 628J have outstanding finance?

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