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B477 MRK

1984 Lotus Eclat

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

32,572 mi
Last recorded32,572 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 1984 Lotus Eclat66,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB477 MRK
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2024 32,572 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 32,540 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 32,510 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 32,467 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 32,054 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 31,793 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 31,422 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s and n/s rusted (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 31,421 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing o/s and n/s rusted (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 31,185 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 30,923 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 30,615 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 30,439 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 30,264 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front steering gaiters slightly deteriorated

osr multiple cv boot clips damaged

Pass 23 Aug 2012 30,104 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brake servo corroded

differential has a bad oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2011 29,703 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 29,184 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 28,811 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 28,436 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 28,026 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 27,561 miles

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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B477 MRK is a 1984 Lotus Eclat in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B477 MRK, 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 B477 MRK registered?

B477 MRK is a 1984 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 25 September 1984.

Is B477 MRK safe to buy?

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