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SCV 863G

2006 Lotus Seven

White Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,056 mi
Last recorded1,056 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCV 863G
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 1,056 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017
Fail 26 Jul 2017

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2016 862 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 800 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 27 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 59,697 miles

no windscreen fitted/wipers fitted/washers fitted †fog light fitted/side repetors fitted †exhaust on outside of car as per lotus ORG

How Reliable is the Lotus Seven?

Based on 1,987 MOT tests across 294 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
294
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
parking brake recording little or no effort 36
position lamp(s) not working 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 23
brake recording little or no effort 23
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SCV 863G is a 2006 Lotus Seven in White with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SCV 863G, 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 20 years old, this Lotus Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SCV 863G registered?

SCV 863G is a 2006 Lotus Seven, first registered on 2 June 2006.

Is SCV 863G safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCV 863G shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SCV 863G have outstanding finance?

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