MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
1,418 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Oil leak
all suspension components are corroded
body mounts corroded at rear
exhaust corroded
Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Oil leak
all suspension components are corroded
body mounts corroded at rear
exhaust corroded
Advise cam belt, alternator and power steering belts all looking worn
Advise front pads getting low
Rear body mounts rusty
Rear differential bushes worn
oil leaks all over
Oil leak
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?
Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A476 GLA is a 1983 Lotus Eclat in Gold with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 A476 GLA, 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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How do I check the history of A476 GLA?
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What year was A476 GLA registered?
A476 GLA is a 1983 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 28 November 1983.
Is A476 GLA safe to buy?
The MOT history for A476 GLA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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