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JAB 445K

1971 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,128 mi
Last recorded9,128 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1971 Lotus Europa45,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAB 445K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,565cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2016 9,128 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 8,971 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 8,722 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 8,134 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 7,439 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 6,614 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 14,746 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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JAB 445K is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 45,192 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 JAB 445K, 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 55 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 JAB 445K registered?

JAB 445K is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 10 August 1971.

Is JAB 445K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAB 445K shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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