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FRX 871K

1972 Lotus Europa

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,780 mi
Last recorded18,780 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRX 871K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2022 18,780 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 18,385 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 18,317 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 17,897 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 17,757 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 17,711 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 17,586 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 17,268 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 16,958 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 16,372 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 15,677 miles

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

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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FRX 871K is a 1972 Lotus Europa in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 FRX 871K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FRX 871K?

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What year was FRX 871K registered?

FRX 871K is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 9 March 1972.

Is FRX 871K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRX 871K shows 11 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 FRX 871K have outstanding finance?

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