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F38 HHH

1989 Lotus Seven

Orange Petrol 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF38 HHH
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1989
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2021
Pass 14 Jul 2020 2 miles

Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 13 Jul 2020 113,221 miles

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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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F38 HHH is a 1989 Lotus Seven in Orange with a 1,769cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F38 HHH, 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 37 years old, this Lotus Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F38 HHH?

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What year was F38 HHH registered?

F38 HHH is a 1989 Lotus Seven, first registered on 28 March 1989.

Is F38 HHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F38 HHH 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 F38 HHH have outstanding finance?

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