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SKX 307W

1980 Lotus Seven

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,506 mi
Last recorded35,506 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2013
4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKX 307W
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2013 35,506 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 35,420 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 35,337 miles

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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SKX 307W is a 1980 Lotus Seven in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SKX 307W, 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 46 years old, this Lotus Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SKX 307W?

You can check the full history of SKX 307W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SKX 307W registered?

SKX 307W is a 1980 Lotus Seven, first registered on 27 October 1980.

Is SKX 307W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKX 307W shows 3 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 SKX 307W have outstanding finance?

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