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B179 XBU

1985 Lotus Eclat Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,890 mi
Last recorded80,890 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel63,940 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB179 XBU
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 80,890 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2009 80,773 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 79,731 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 78,258 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 78,248 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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B179 XBU is a 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 63,940 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 B179 XBU, 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 41 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 B179 XBU registered?

B179 XBU is a 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B179 XBU safe to buy?

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