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KBV 845F

1991 Lotus Seven

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,171 mi
Last recorded13,171 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Lotus Seven9,831 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBV 845F
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 13,171 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 12,526 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive sump damaged (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front slight brake bind

Pass 19 Mar 2022 12,309 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive sump is damaged strongly recommend replacement or repair in near future (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 12,059 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 11,797 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2019 11,483 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 11,086 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 10,475 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 9,831 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 9,249 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 8,168 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 7,630 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 6,434 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 5,257 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 5,199 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 5,140 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 5,053 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 5,042 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 5,031 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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KBV 845F is a 1991 Lotus Seven in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KBV 845F, 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

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What year was KBV 845F registered?

KBV 845F is a 1991 Lotus Seven, first registered on 18 October 1991.

Is KBV 845F safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBV 845F shows 19 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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