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XPE 546S

1977 Lotus Seven

Black Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,991 mi
Last recorded33,991 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPE 546S
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 33,991 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 33,987 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 33,541 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 33,541 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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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XPE 546S is a 1977 Lotus Seven in Black with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 XPE 546S, 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 49 years old, this Lotus Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPE 546S?

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What year was XPE 546S registered?

XPE 546S is a 1977 Lotus Seven, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is XPE 546S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPE 546S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPE 546S have outstanding finance?

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