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B44 YAV

1984 Lotus Eclat Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,711 mi
Last recorded74,711 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2006
Typical for 1984 Lotus Eclat Excel58,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB44 YAV
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2006 74,711 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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B44 YAV is a 1984 Lotus Eclat Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 58,580 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 B44 YAV, 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 42 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 B44 YAV registered?

B44 YAV is a 1984 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B44 YAV safe to buy?

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