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XBM 608K

1972 Lotus Seven

Yellow Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,089 mi
Last recorded89,089 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 1972 Lotus Seven62,705 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBM 608K
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 89,089 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 88,456 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 88,452 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 14 May 2018 87,328 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 86,561 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2017 86,561 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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XBM 608K is a 1972 Lotus Seven in Yellow with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 62,705 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 Seven fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBM 608K, 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 54 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 XBM 608K?

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What year was XBM 608K registered?

XBM 608K is a 1972 Lotus Seven, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is XBM 608K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBM 608K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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