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HNE 172N

1975 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,833 mi
Last recorded59,833 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNE 172N
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 59,833 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 59,576 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust box split and blowing slightly

water pump leaking

Fail 16 May 2016 59,576 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear exhaust box split and blowing slightly

water pump leaking

Pass 11 May 2015 59,509 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 59,355 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 59,270 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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HNE 172N is a 1975 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HNE 172N, 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 51 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 HNE 172N?

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What year was HNE 172N registered?

HNE 172N is a 1975 Lotus Europa, first registered on 29 January 1975.

Is HNE 172N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNE 172N 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 HNE 172N have outstanding finance?

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