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UCR 1H

1970 Lotus Europa

Blue Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,847 mi
Last recorded77,847 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 1970 Lotus Europa26,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCR 1H
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 77,847 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 77,361 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 76,726 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 76,340 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 75,502 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 75,502 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 73,993 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 73,786 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 73,756 miles

parking brake readings on limit

Pass 16 Dec 2005 73,756 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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UCR 1H is a 1970 Lotus Europa in Blue with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UCR 1H, 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 UCR 1H registered?

UCR 1H is a 1970 Lotus Europa, first registered on 19 June 1970.

Is UCR 1H safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCR 1H shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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