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BMA 7K

1971 Lotus Seven

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,702 mi
Last recorded81,702 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2021
Typical for 1971 Lotus Seven42,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMA 7K
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2021 81,702 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 87,631 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 81,497 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 81,411 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 81,238 miles

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 81,102 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 81,055 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 80,899 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 80,758 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 80,724 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 80,702 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 80,652 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 80,572 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 80,452 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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BMA 7K is a 1971 Lotus Seven in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 42,246 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 BMA 7K, 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 55 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 BMA 7K registered?

BMA 7K is a 1971 Lotus Seven, first registered on 15 September 1971.

Is BMA 7K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMA 7K shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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