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RNP 10L

1972 Lotus Europa

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

57,691 mi
Last recorded57,691 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2011
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNP 10L
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2011 57,691 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 57,691 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 56,997 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 56,994 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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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RNP 10L is a 1972 Lotus Europa in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RNP 10L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RNP 10L registered?

RNP 10L is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 17 November 1972.

Is RNP 10L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNP 10L shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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