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VVX 133L

1972 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

77,016 mi
Last recorded77,016 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2019
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVX 133L
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2019 77,016 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 76,986 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Feb 2017 76,883 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 76,856 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 76,465 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 75,568 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 75,561 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 74,832 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 74,553 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 74,247 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 74,181 miles

offside rear drive shaft has slight play in universal joint

Pass 6 Oct 2008 74,135 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 74,096 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 73,935 miles

free play in offside rear suspension

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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VVX 133L is a 1972 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 55,308 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 VVX 133L, 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 54 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 VVX 133L registered?

VVX 133L is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 25 September 1972.

Is VVX 133L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVX 133L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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