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YDF 567K

1971 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,941 mi
Last recorded12,941 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 1971 Lotus Europa45,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDF 567K
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2024 12,941 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 12,904 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 12,872 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 12,866 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 12,791 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 12,585 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 12,533 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 12,228 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 11,428 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 9,653 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 9,278 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 5,929 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 36,417 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 26,440 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 23,106 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 18,365 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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YDF 567K is a 1971 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests 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 YDF 567K, 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

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What year was YDF 567K registered?

YDF 567K is a 1971 Lotus Europa, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is YDF 567K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDF 567K shows 16 tests 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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