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PMA 960L

1973 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2024
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

72,636 mi
Last recorded72,636 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 1973 Lotus Europa52,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMA 960L
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 72,636 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2023 72,635 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2019 69,780 miles

o/s/f tyre contacts body

Fail 11 Jul 2019 69,780 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (i))

o/s/f tyre contacts body

Pass 19 Aug 2015 69,737 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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PMA 960L is a 1973 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1973 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 52,271 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 PMA 960L, 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 53 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 PMA 960L?

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What year was PMA 960L registered?

PMA 960L is a 1973 Lotus Europa, first registered on 30 March 1973.

Is PMA 960L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMA 960L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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