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B192 XNF

1985 Lotus Eclat Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,297 mi
Last recorded71,297 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2007
Typical for 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel63,940 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB192 XNF
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2007 71,297 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 71,297 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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B192 XNF is a 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B192 XNF, 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 B192 XNF registered?

B192 XNF is a 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 20 March 1985.

Is B192 XNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B192 XNF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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