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KPH 457C

1965 Lotus Seven

Green Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,593 mi
Last recorded39,593 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1965 Lotus Seven12,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPH 457C
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 39,593 miles

all tyres showing signs of perishing , slight movement in steering rack inner joints

Pass 17 Apr 2014 39,003 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007
Fail 19 Jun 2007

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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KPH 457C is a 1965 Lotus Seven in Green with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1965 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 12,115 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 Seven fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPH 457C, 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 61 years old, this Lotus Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KPH 457C?

You can check the full history of KPH 457C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KPH 457C registered?

KPH 457C is a 1965 Lotus Seven, first registered on 15 December 1965.

Is KPH 457C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPH 457C shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KPH 457C have outstanding finance?

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