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RCD 493G

1969 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,592 mi
Last recorded61,592 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 1969 Lotus Europa43,803 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCD 493G
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1969
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2022 61,592 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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RCD 493G is a 1969 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1969 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 43,803 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 RCD 493G, 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 57 years old, this Lotus Europa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RCD 493G registered?

RCD 493G is a 1969 Lotus Europa, first registered on 6 June 1969.

Is RCD 493G safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCD 493G shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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