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OUI 303

1974 Lotus Europa

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

62,056 mi
Last recorded62,056 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 1974 Lotus Europa63,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 303
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 62,056 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush bush (2.7.4)

Fail 31 May 2016 62,054 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 61,747 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 61,482 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 60,985 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 60,797 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 60,638 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 60,405 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 60,205 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 59,915 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 59,602 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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OUI 303 is a 1974 Lotus Europa in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1974 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 63,158 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 OUI 303, 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 52 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 OUI 303?

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What year was OUI 303 registered?

OUI 303 is a 1974 Lotus Europa, first registered on 15 November 1974.

Is OUI 303 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 303 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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