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TRO 460J

1970 Lotus Europa

White Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,314 mi
Last recorded69,314 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1970 Lotus Europa26,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRO 460J
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2016 69,314 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 69,250 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 69,072 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 68,969 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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TRO 460J is a 1970 Lotus Europa in White with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 26,505 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 TRO 460J, 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 56 years old, this Lotus Europa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TRO 460J?

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What year was TRO 460J registered?

TRO 460J is a 1970 Lotus Europa, first registered on 9 November 1970.

Is TRO 460J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRO 460J shows 4 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 TRO 460J have outstanding finance?

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