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Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
The Front Tyres Are On 3mm.
The Reverse Light Is Not Working.
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
The Front Tyres Are On 3mm.
The Reverse Light Is Not Working.
Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL FOUR (4.1.E.1)
Emissions not tested no cat fitted (7.3.A.1)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL FOUR (4.1.E.1)
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Lotus Seven?
Based on 1,987 MOT tests across 294 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R985 SJB is a 1997 Lotus Seven in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.
The most common reason a Lotus Seven fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R985 SJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Lotus Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 29 years old, this Lotus Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R985 SJB?
You can check the full history of R985 SJB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was R985 SJB registered?
R985 SJB is a 1997 Lotus Seven, first registered on 15 October 1997.
Is R985 SJB safe to buy?
The MOT history for R985 SJB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R985 SJB have outstanding finance?
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