MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,953 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Covers impede parts of the inspection.
Nearside rear foot brake effort slightly low.
Slight play in nearside rear driveshaft inner universal joint.
Covers impede parts of the inspection.
Nearside rear foot brake effort slightly low.
Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
Slight play in nearside rear driveshaft inner universal joint.
slight n/s/r brake bind
How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?
Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.
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AAA 12J is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Gold with a 1,565cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1971 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 45,192 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 AAA 12J, 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 55 years old, this Lotus Europa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of AAA 12J?
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What year was AAA 12J registered?
AAA 12J is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 5 February 1971.
Is AAA 12J safe to buy?
The MOT history for AAA 12J 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.
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