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WPY 164J

1971 Lotus Europa

Black Petrol 1470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,337 mi
Last recorded67,337 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2008
Typical for 1971 Lotus Europa45,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPY 164J
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,470cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2008 67,337 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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WPY 164J is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Black with a 1,470cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 45,192 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 WPY 164J, 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 55 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 WPY 164J?

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What year was WPY 164J registered?

WPY 164J is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is WPY 164J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPY 164J 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.

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