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GGD 140L

1972 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,459 mi
Last recorded63,459 miles
Recorded on10 May 2011
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGD 140L
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2011 63,459 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 63,459 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 63,459 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 63,456 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 63,459 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 63,459 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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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GGD 140L is a 1972 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GGD 140L, 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

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What year was GGD 140L registered?

GGD 140L is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is GGD 140L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGD 140L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GGD 140L have outstanding finance?

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