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XPE 116S

1978 Lotus Seven

Green Petrol 1558cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

51,030 mi
Last recorded51,030 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPE 116S
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,558cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 51,030 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 48,237 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff main oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 48,113 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff main oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 46,821 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 46,821 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 45,608 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 45,604 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jan 2014 45,440 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 45,429 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front brake calipers bleed nipples moist

both rear brakes binding slightly

brake pipe onto brake manifold , moist

rear brake wheel cylinders bleed nipples moist

Pass 7 Nov 2008 45,365 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 45,311 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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XPE 116S is a 1978 Lotus Seven in Green with a 1,558cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 XPE 116S, 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 48 years old, this Lotus Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPE 116S?

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What year was XPE 116S registered?

XPE 116S is a 1978 Lotus Seven, first registered on 24 July 1978.

Is XPE 116S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPE 116S shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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