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B600 JJV

1985 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,253 mi
Last recorded43,253 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1985 Lotus Eclat62,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB600 JJV
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 43,253 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 43,248 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 43,243 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

ALL BRAKE DISCS HAVE SURFACE RUST

HEADLAMP POP UP MECHANISM NOT WORKING

REAR EXHAUST BOXES SUPPORT O RUBBERS IN VERY POOR CONDITION

Pass 6 May 2015 43,241 miles

n/s and the o/s rear exhaust mounts are in poor condition and one is broken but the exhaust is still secure

n/s front tyre is cracked and perished

Fail 30 Apr 2015 43,241 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s and the o/s rear exhaust mounts are in poor condition and one is broken but the exhaust is still secure

n/s front tyre is cracked and perished

Pass 12 Feb 2013 43,240 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 43,086 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 43,058 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 43,088 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 43,061 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 43,030 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 43,030 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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B600 JJV is a 1985 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 62,046 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 B600 JJV, 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 41 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B600 JJV registered?

B600 JJV is a 1985 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 8 May 1985.

Is B600 JJV safe to buy?

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