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GBL 331C

1965 Lotus Seven

Yellow Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,750 mi
Last recorded4,750 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2016
Typical for 1965 Lotus Seven12,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBL 331C
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1965
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2016 4,750 miles

slight rear brake imbalance

Pass 12 Aug 2014 4,750 miles

front rear axles brake balance poor

lower steering column coupling has slight play

nearside hand and foot brakes low

Pass 24 Jun 2013 4,750 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

front tyre`s slightly deteriorated

nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

rear diff leaking

Pass 28 Jun 2012 3,896 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 2,656 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 310 miles

Oil leak

rear brake pipes cable tied

Pass 1 May 2009 98,026 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 98,016 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 May 2008 95,208 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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GBL 331C is a 1965 Lotus Seven in Yellow with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1965 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 12,115 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 GBL 331C, 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 61 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 GBL 331C?

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What year was GBL 331C registered?

GBL 331C is a 1965 Lotus Seven, first registered on 16 September 1965.

Is GBL 331C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBL 331C shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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