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BKW 202T

1978 Lotus Eclat

Gold Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,897 mi
Last recorded61,897 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 1978 Lotus Eclat70,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKW 202T
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 61,897 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 61,818 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 61,810 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 61,743 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 1,364 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 61,236 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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BKW 202T is a 1978 Lotus Eclat in Gold with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 70,710 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 BKW 202T, 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 48 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 BKW 202T registered?

BKW 202T is a 1978 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BKW 202T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKW 202T 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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