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B81 WOW

1987 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,706 mi
Last recorded82,706 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 Lotus Eclat56,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB81 WOW
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 82,706 miles

Nearside Hazard warning switch faulty hazard switch only operating on offside - normal indicators work ok on both sides (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2025 82,704 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake performance unable to be tested leak from brake union - brake system needs bleeding (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Hazard warning switch faulty hazard switch only operating on offside - normal indicators work ok on both sides (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2015 82,572 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 82,303 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 81,225 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 81,181 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 78,877 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 78,877 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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B81 WOW is a 1987 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 56,464 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 B81 WOW, 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 39 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B81 WOW registered?

B81 WOW is a 1987 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is B81 WOW safe to buy?

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