MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,437 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
back plates quite rusty
Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
o/s/r brake back plate corroded
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?
Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B117 VYX is a 1984 Lotus Eclat in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 B117 VYX, 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 B117 VYX registered?
B117 VYX is a 1984 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 9 August 1984.
Is B117 VYX safe to buy?
The MOT history for B117 VYX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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