13 Model Years Analyzed
Lotus Europa
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1967-2015), based on 117 DVSA recorded tests.
89.7%
Average Pass Rate
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Model Years
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Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2007 Lotus Europa MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
- 2Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value
- 3Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution.
- 4A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
- 5Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Lotus Europa?
The Lotus Europa has an average 89.7% MOT pass rate across model years 1967 to 2015, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Lotus Europa?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Lotus Europa across all years are: significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution.. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Lotus Europa year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Lotus Europa model years.