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RWY 456L

1972 Lotus Europa

White Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,235 mi
Last recorded67,235 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWY 456L
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2025 67,235 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 66,935 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 66,826 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 66,336 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 66,203 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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RWY 456L is a 1972 Lotus Europa in White with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 RWY 456L, 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

How do I check the history of RWY 456L?

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What year was RWY 456L registered?

RWY 456L is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is RWY 456L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWY 456L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RWY 456L have outstanding finance?

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