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NBX 806H

1970 Lotus Seven

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

34,941 mi
Last recorded34,941 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1970 Lotus Seven43,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBX 806H
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 34,941 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 34,929 miles

Oil leak ()

h/brake stiff

n/s o/s front tyres perished

n/s rear tyre perished

Pass 31 Mar 2017 349,413 miles

Oil leak ()

parking brake stiff

Pass 23 Mar 2016 34,904 miles

all tyres slightly perished

hand brake low reading

Pass 1 Apr 2015 34,870 miles

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

tyres very slightly perished

Pass 4 Apr 2014 34,860 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 34,845 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 34,836 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 34,827 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 34,818 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 34,816 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2009 34,773 miles

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 8 Apr 2008 34,756 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 5 Apr 2007 34,734 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 34,734 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 34,684 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

oil leak

propshaft defective

Fail 20 Apr 2006 34,684 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

oil leak

propshaft defective

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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NBX 806H is a 1970 Lotus Seven in Green 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 Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 43,196 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 NBX 806H, 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 56 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 NBX 806H?

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What year was NBX 806H registered?

NBX 806H is a 1970 Lotus Seven, first registered on 1 July 1970.

Is NBX 806H safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBX 806H 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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