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GVU 755D

1966 Lotus Seven

Yellow Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,205 mi
Last recorded9,205 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVU 755D
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1966
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 9,205 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack worn n\s (2.3 (a) (i))

steering misaligned (tracking?)

Fail 6 Jun 2024 9,190 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively brake fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack worn n\s (2.3 (a) (i))

steering misaligned (tracking?)

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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GVU 755D is a 1966 Lotus Seven in Yellow with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GVU 755D, 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 60 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 GVU 755D?

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What year was GVU 755D registered?

GVU 755D is a 1966 Lotus Seven, first registered on 31 December 1966.

Is GVU 755D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVU 755D shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVU 755D have outstanding finance?

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