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FN08 FNJ

2008 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,680 mi
Last recorded39,680 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Lotus Europa30,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 FNJ
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 39,680 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 39,078 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 37,515 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 31,588 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 31,588 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Feb 2017 31,588 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 27,250 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 25,252 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2014 20,336 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 19,097 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 17,245 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 14,110 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 11,207 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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FN08 FNJ is a 2008 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 30,343 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 FN08 FNJ, 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 18 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FN08 FNJ registered?

FN08 FNJ is a 2008 Lotus Europa, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is FN08 FNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN08 FNJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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