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PPF 6L

1973 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,090 mi
Last recorded95,090 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Lotus Europa52,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPF 6L
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 95,090 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 95,160 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 94,150 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 92,861 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 88,784 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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PPF 6L 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 80%.

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 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 PPF 6L, 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 PPF 6L?

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What year was PPF 6L registered?

PPF 6L is a 1973 Lotus Europa, first registered on 7 March 1973.

Is PPF 6L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPF 6L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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