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A998 MAH

1984 Lotus Eclat

White Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,741 mi
Last recorded85,741 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 1984 Lotus Eclat66,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA998 MAH
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2025 85,741 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Jul 2023 84,483 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 83,699 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Aug 2021 82,492 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 82,125 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 81,763 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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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A998 MAH is a 1984 Lotus Eclat in White with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A998 MAH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A998 MAH registered?

A998 MAH is a 1984 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 25 May 1984.

Is A998 MAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A998 MAH shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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