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VAO 907H

1970 Lotus Seven

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,606 mi
Last recorded61,606 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 Lotus Seven43,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAO 907H
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1970
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2018 61,606 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 61,505 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 61,357 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 61,258 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 61,061 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 60,886 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 60,667 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 60,533 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 60,281 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 60,080 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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VAO 907H is a 1970 Lotus Seven in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 43,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VAO 907H, 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 56 years old, this Lotus Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VAO 907H?

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What year was VAO 907H registered?

VAO 907H is a 1970 Lotus Seven, first registered on 13 January 1970.

Is VAO 907H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAO 907H shows 10 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 VAO 907H have outstanding finance?

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