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OEU 186J

1998 Lotus Europa

Blue Petrol 1565cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,939 mi
Last recorded60,939 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 186J
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,565cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2006 60,939 miles

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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OEU 186J is a 1998 Lotus Europa in Blue with a 1,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OEU 186J, 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 28 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was OEU 186J registered?

OEU 186J is a 1998 Lotus Europa, first registered on 17 November 1998.

Is OEU 186J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEU 186J shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OEU 186J have outstanding finance?

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