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LEV 2J

1970 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,350 mi
Last recorded58,350 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 1970 Lotus Europa26,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEV 2J
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 58,350 miles

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jan 2022 58,350 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 58,079 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

oil leak

Fail 21 Sep 2020 58,079 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2019 57,948 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2018 57,587 miles

oil leak

Fail 14 Aug 2018 57,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2017 56,718 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 56,718 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 56,710 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 56,556 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 56,504 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 56,452 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 56,386 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 56,203 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 55,772 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 55,652 miles

o/s/r brake slightly sticking

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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LEV 2J is a 1970 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 26,505 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 LEV 2J, 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 56 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 LEV 2J?

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What year was LEV 2J registered?

LEV 2J is a 1970 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is LEV 2J safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEV 2J shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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