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UTU 329J

1971 Lotus Seven

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,176 mi
Last recorded17,176 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2009
Typical for 1971 Lotus Seven42,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTU 329J
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2009 17,176 miles

Centre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 May 2008 16,893 miles

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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UTU 329J is a 1971 Lotus Seven in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 42,246 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 UTU 329J, 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 55 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 UTU 329J?

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What year was UTU 329J registered?

UTU 329J is a 1971 Lotus Seven, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is UTU 329J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTU 329J shows 2 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 UTU 329J have outstanding finance?

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