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JNL 62

1991 Lotus Seven

Green Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1991 Lotus Seven9,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNL 62
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 9 miles
Pass 16 May 2016
Pass 17 Apr 2015 9 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 9 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 13 Jul 2009 9 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 3 May 2007 9 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 2 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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JNL 62 is a 1991 Lotus Seven in Green with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 9,831 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 JNL 62, 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 35 years old, this Lotus Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JNL 62?

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What year was JNL 62 registered?

JNL 62 is a 1991 Lotus Seven, first registered on 28 January 1991.

Is JNL 62 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNL 62 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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