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YHO 3J

1970 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1557cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

389 mi
Last recorded389 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1970 Lotus Europa26,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHO 3J
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,557cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 389 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 323 miles

all tyres slight flat spots

Fail 12 Apr 2018 323 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

all tyres slight flat spots

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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YHO 3J is a 1970 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,557cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 26,505 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YHO 3J, 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 56 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 YHO 3J registered?

YHO 3J is a 1970 Lotus Europa, first registered on 7 December 1970.

Is YHO 3J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHO 3J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YHO 3J have outstanding finance?

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