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A20 AAC

1984 Lotus Eclat Excel

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,806 mi
Last recorded58,806 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2012
Typical for 1984 Lotus Eclat Excel58,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 AAC
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2012 58,806 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight wear nearside front tyre edge

slight wear rear tyre edges

Pass 14 Oct 2010 58,673 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 58,658 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 8 Sep 2008 58,599 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 58,599 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 58,560 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 58,492 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat Excel?

Based on 1,344 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 48
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 30
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
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A20 AAC is a 1984 Lotus Eclat Excel in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 58,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Eclat Excel fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 AAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was A20 AAC registered?

A20 AAC is a 1984 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A20 AAC safe to buy?

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