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PSS 223H

1970 Lotus Europa

Yellow Petrol 1472cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,865 mi
Last recorded62,865 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 1970 Lotus Europa26,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSS 223H
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,472cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 62,865 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 61,070 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 60,423 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 5 Jan 2015 60,420 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 56,919 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 56,845 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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PSS 223H is a 1970 Lotus Europa in Yellow with a 1,472cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 26,505 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 PSS 223H, 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 56 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 PSS 223H?

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What year was PSS 223H registered?

PSS 223H is a 1970 Lotus Europa, first registered on 13 February 1970.

Is PSS 223H safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSS 223H shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PSS 223H have outstanding finance?

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