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XXC 788K

1972 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,246 mi
Last recorded65,246 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXXC 788K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 65,246 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 65,247 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 65,246 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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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XXC 788K is a 1972 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XXC 788K, 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

How do I check the history of XXC 788K?

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What year was XXC 788K registered?

XXC 788K is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 3 January 1972.

Is XXC 788K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XXC 788K shows 3 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.

Does XXC 788K have outstanding finance?

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