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PES 411

1961 Lotus Seven

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,565 mi
Last recorded3,565 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1961 Lotus Seven15,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPES 411
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1961
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 3,565 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013
Pass 26 Jul 2012

nearside and offside track rod end dust covers splight splits

no light fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Jul 2011
Pass 5 May 2010 4,199 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 4,189 miles

tested with no windsreen or lights

Pass 3 Aug 2007 3,566 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 3,566 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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PES 411 is a 1961 Lotus Seven in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1961 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,965 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 PES 411, 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 65 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 PES 411?

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What year was PES 411 registered?

PES 411 is a 1961 Lotus Seven, first registered on 23 January 1961.

Is PES 411 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PES 411 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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