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KDJ 34K

1971 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,717 mi
Last recorded62,717 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Lotus Europa45,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDJ 34K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2017 62,717 miles

Oil leak ()

offside rear wheel bearing has slight play

slight play in steering & steering column

Pass 21 Jun 2016 62,338 miles

slight play in the steering

slight play in the steering column

oil leak

slight play in the o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 18 Jun 2015 61,916 miles

Oil leak

slight play in steering

Pass 24 Jun 2014 61,679 miles

oil leak

slight play in the steering

Pass 25 Jun 2013 60,866 miles

oil leak

slight play in the steering

Pass 26 Jun 2012 60,106 miles

Oil leak

slight play in the steering

Pass 30 Jun 2011 59,501 miles

Oil leak

slight play in the steering

Pass 22 Jun 2010 58,582 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

engine missfire

oil leak

play in the o/s/r and n/s/r suspension

possible play in the rear wheel bearings

rear shock absorber bottom bushes worn

Pass 30 Jun 2009 58,438 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

play in steering

Pass 1 Jul 2008 57,920 miles

oil leak

play in the steering rack

rear shock absorber lower bushes split

Pass 26 Jun 2007 57,481 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 56,899 miles

front shock absorber bushes worn

oil leaks

play in steering rack

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

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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KDJ 34K is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KDJ 34K, 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 KDJ 34K registered?

KDJ 34K is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 December 1971.

Is KDJ 34K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDJ 34K shows 12 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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