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XUY 228G

1969 Lotus Seven

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 1969 Lotus Seven25,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUY 228G
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1969
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2022 2 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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XUY 228G is a 1969 Lotus Seven in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1969 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 25,973 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 XUY 228G, 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 57 years old, this Lotus Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XUY 228G registered?

XUY 228G is a 1969 Lotus Seven, first registered on 31 December 1969.

Is XUY 228G safe to buy?

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Does XUY 228G have outstanding finance?

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