MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,707 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?
Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PTB 399K is a 1972 Lotus Europa in Blue with a 1,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1972 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 55,308 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 PTB 399K, 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 54 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 PTB 399K?
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What year was PTB 399K registered?
PTB 399K is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 21 June 1972.
Is PTB 399K safe to buy?
The MOT history for PTB 399K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does PTB 399K have outstanding finance?
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