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KVX 189J

1970 Lotus Seven

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39 mi
Last recorded39 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2013
Typical for 1970 Lotus Seven43,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVX 189J
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2013 39 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 77,550 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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KVX 189J is a 1970 Lotus Seven in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 43,196 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 KVX 189J, 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 56 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 KVX 189J registered?

KVX 189J is a 1970 Lotus Seven, first registered on 7 September 1970.

Is KVX 189J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVX 189J shows 2 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 KVX 189J have outstanding finance?

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