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B225 RVF

1984 Lotus Eclat

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

88,561 mi
Last recorded88,561 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 1984 Lotus Eclat66,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB225 RVF
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 88,561 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

offside and nearside front shock absorber dust covers badly corroded

Fail 20 Feb 2023 88,561 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

offside and nearside front shock absorber dust covers badly corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2015 88,086 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 87,619 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 87,091 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2013 87,091 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 86,460 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 85,515 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all tyres have cracks to sidewalls and slightly misshapen

Fail 17 Oct 2009 85,513 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all tyres have cracks to sidewalls and slightly misshapen

Pass 28 Jul 2008 85,509 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 85,508 miles

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 85,254 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 85,234 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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B225 RVF is a 1984 Lotus Eclat in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 B225 RVF, 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 B225 RVF registered?

B225 RVF is a 1984 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 19 October 1984.

Is B225 RVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B225 RVF shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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