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292 HOB

1963 Lotus Seven

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,235 mi
Last recorded13,235 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1963 Lotus Seven36,623 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration292 HOB
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1963
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2014 13,235 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 13,235 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 13,235 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 13,236 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 13,236 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 13,235 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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292 HOB is a 1963 Lotus Seven in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 36,623 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 292 HOB, 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 63 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 292 HOB?

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What year was 292 HOB registered?

292 HOB is a 1963 Lotus Seven, first registered on 5 July 1963.

Is 292 HOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 292 HOB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 292 HOB have outstanding finance?

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