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OEU 253J

1971 Lotus Europa

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,792 mi
Last recorded81,792 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 1971 Lotus Europa45,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 253J
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2019 81,792 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 81,702 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 81,592 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 81,246 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 253J is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 45,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 253J, 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 55 years old, this Lotus Europa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of OEU 253J?

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What year was OEU 253J registered?

OEU 253J is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is OEU 253J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEU 253J shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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