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YJT 378M

1974 Lotus Seven

Silver Petrol 1962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,630 mi
Last recorded18,630 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJT 378M
MakeLotus
ModelSeven
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,962cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2017 18,630 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 18,364 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 11,456 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 11,279 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 10,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 10,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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YJT 378M is a 1974 Lotus Seven in Silver with a 1,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YJT 378M, 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 52 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 YJT 378M?

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What year was YJT 378M registered?

YJT 378M is a 1974 Lotus Seven, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is YJT 378M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJT 378M shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJT 378M have outstanding finance?

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