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OMT 131K

1972 Lotus Europa

Blue Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,575 mi
Last recorded29,575 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 1972 Lotus Europa55,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMT 131K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2019 29,575 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 29,542 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 29,530 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 26,500 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 29,637 miles

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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OMT 131K is a 1972 Lotus Europa in Blue with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 55,308 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OMT 131K, 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 54 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 OMT 131K registered?

OMT 131K is a 1972 Lotus Europa, first registered on 27 June 1972.

Is OMT 131K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMT 131K shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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