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KYR 856K

1972 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,395 mi
Last recorded18,395 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2010
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYR 856K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2010 18,395 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside rear brake binding

slight play in both steering arm inner joints

Pass 25 Apr 2009 18,392 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight bindo/s/r wheel

Pass 5 May 2007 18,136 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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KYR 856K is a 1972 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 55,308 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 KYR 856K, 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 54 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 KYR 856K?

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What year was KYR 856K registered?

KYR 856K is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 30 March 1972.

Is KYR 856K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYR 856K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KYR 856K have outstanding finance?

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