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A277 GFA

1983 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

90,462 mi
Last recorded90,462 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 1983 Lotus Eclat59,417 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA277 GFA
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 90,462 miles

2 exhaust mounting mising from rear boxes but still secure

slight kink in nearside front metal brake pipe at caliper

plug type repair on inner sidewall of offside rear tyre

Fail 6 May 2014 90,462 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering retaining device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

2 exhaust mounting mising from rear boxes but still secure

slight kink in nearside front metal brake pipe at caliper

plug type repair on inner sidewall of offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2011 90,060 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 90,060 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 May 2010 90,018 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

o/s pop up headlamp slow in operation

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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A277 GFA is a 1983 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1983 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 59,417 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 A277 GFA, 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 43 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A277 GFA registered?

A277 GFA is a 1983 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A277 GFA safe to buy?

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