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B317 OGY

1984 Lotus Eclat

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,324 mi
Last recorded86,324 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2010
Typical for 1984 Lotus Eclat66,287 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB317 OGY
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2010 86,324 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 86,321 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 85,985 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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B317 OGY is a 1984 Lotus Eclat in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 B317 OGY, 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

How do I check the history of B317 OGY?

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What year was B317 OGY registered?

B317 OGY is a 1984 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B317 OGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B317 OGY shows 3 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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