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B640 VKP

1985 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,669 mi
Last recorded79,669 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 1985 Lotus Eclat62,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB640 VKP
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 79,669 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 79,665 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ball joint moving inbetween arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 79,579 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 78,889 miles

Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp affected by stop lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 78,870 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 77,944 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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B640 VKP is a 1985 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 B640 VKP, 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.

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What year was B640 VKP registered?

B640 VKP is a 1985 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 5 February 1985.

Is B640 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B640 VKP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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