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KDA 848K

1971 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,890 mi
Last recorded78,890 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 Lotus Europa45,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDA 848K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 78,890 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 73,232 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 73,147 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2012 73,147 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2011 73,075 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

passenger seat mounting cracked around floor

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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KDA 848K is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KDA 848K, 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

How do I check the history of KDA 848K?

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What year was KDA 848K registered?

KDA 848K is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 22 November 1971.

Is KDA 848K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDA 848K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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