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A150 HWM

1984 Lotus Eclat

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

89,147 mi
Last recorded89,147 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2012
Typical for 1984 Lotus Eclat66,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA150 HWM
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2012 89,147 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 89,147 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2011 88,905 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2009 88,516 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 87,707 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 87,693 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2006 7,675 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

CORROSION SHOWING ON NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE REAR METAL STRIPS AT BASE OF BODY

NEAR SIDE REAR EXHAUST BOX KNOCKING AGAINST BODY

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?

Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
690
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 184
brake binding 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 125
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 113
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 110
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A150 HWM is a 1984 Lotus Eclat in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1984 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 66,287 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 Eclat fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A150 HWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Eclat typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 42 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A150 HWM registered?

A150 HWM is a 1984 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 19 January 1984.

Is A150 HWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A150 HWM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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