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TAM 149J

1970 Lotus Europa

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,054 mi
Last recorded10,054 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 1970 Lotus Europa26,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAM 149J
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 10,054 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 9,834 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 9,536 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 9,244 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 9,244 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Halfshaft stud missing (4.2.B.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 8,971 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 8,474 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 8,474 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 7,982 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 6,885 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 5,486 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 5,484 miles

Front Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 4,295 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

clutch pedal anti-slip provision missing

Fail 12 Nov 2010 4,292 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 3,935 miles

nearside hand brake is up to a legal requiment but will need attention in the near future

nearside steering rack ball end has slight play but not considered excessive at the time of test

Pass 27 Sep 2008 3,502 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 2,733 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 2,141 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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TAM 149J is a 1970 Lotus Europa in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 26,505 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 TAM 149J, 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 56 years old, this Lotus Europa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TAM 149J registered?

TAM 149J is a 1970 Lotus Europa, first registered on 21 October 1970.

Is TAM 149J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAM 149J 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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