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SK07 OXN

2007 Lotus Europa

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,447 mi
Last recorded54,447 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Lotus Europa37,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK07 OXN
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 54,447 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 53,350 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 53,333 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 51,641 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 50,781 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 50,586 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 50,313 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 49,790 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 49,080 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 49,079 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 47,702 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 46,218 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 42,719 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 42,715 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 39,015 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 30,725 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 22,154 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 12,339 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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SK07 OXN is a 2007 Lotus Europa in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 37,873 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 SK07 OXN, 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 19 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK07 OXN registered?

SK07 OXN is a 2007 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is SK07 OXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK07 OXN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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