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NNC 161G

1964 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,309 mi
Last recorded41,309 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNNC 161G
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1964
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2020 41,309 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2020 41,307 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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NNC 161G is a 1964 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NNC 161G, 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 62 years old, this Lotus Europa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NNC 161G registered?

NNC 161G is a 1964 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 January 1964.

Is NNC 161G safe to buy?

The MOT history for NNC 161G 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.

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