MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,481 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Lotus Seven?
Based on 1,987 MOT tests across 294 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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NVS 493 is a 1962 Lotus Seven in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1962 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 22,874 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 NVS 493, 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 64 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 NVS 493?
You can check the full history of NVS 493 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was NVS 493 registered?
NVS 493 is a 1962 Lotus Seven, first registered on 31 December 1962.
Is NVS 493 safe to buy?
The MOT history for NVS 493 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does NVS 493 have outstanding finance?
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