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VAJ 442J

1971 Lotus Seven

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,881 mi
Last recorded82,881 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Lotus Seven42,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAJ 442J
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2017 82,881 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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VAJ 442J is a 1971 Lotus Seven in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 VAJ 442J, 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 VAJ 442J?

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What year was VAJ 442J registered?

VAJ 442J is a 1971 Lotus Seven, first registered on 19 January 1971.

Is VAJ 442J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAJ 442J shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VAJ 442J have outstanding finance?

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