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FLG 5K

1992 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,383 mi
Last recorded34,383 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLG 5K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 34,383 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 34,381 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 11 Jan 2014 34,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 34,359 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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FLG 5K is a 1992 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FLG 5K, 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 34 years old, this Lotus Europa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FLG 5K?

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What year was FLG 5K registered?

FLG 5K is a 1992 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 March 1992.

Is FLG 5K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLG 5K shows 4 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 FLG 5K have outstanding finance?

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