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T31 JLM

2008 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,932 mi
Last recorded12,932 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2011
Typical for 2008 Lotus Europa30,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT31 JLM
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2011 12,932 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 12,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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T31 JLM is a 2008 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 30,343 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 T31 JLM, 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 18 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of T31 JLM?

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What year was T31 JLM registered?

T31 JLM is a 2008 Lotus Europa, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is T31 JLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T31 JLM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T31 JLM have outstanding finance?

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