MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
63,970 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?
Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JVT 455K is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 JVT 455K, 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.
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How do I check the history of JVT 455K?
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What year was JVT 455K registered?
JVT 455K is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 24 August 1971.
Is JVT 455K safe to buy?
The MOT history for JVT 455K shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does JVT 455K have outstanding finance?
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