MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,250 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
4 rear exhaust mounting rubbers missing
exhaust mount rings cracking
wiper blade poor
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?
Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DHY 505W is a 1980 Lotus Eclat in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1980 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 66,938 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 DHY 505W, 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 46 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of DHY 505W?
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What year was DHY 505W registered?
DHY 505W is a 1980 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 5 September 1980.
Is DHY 505W safe to buy?
The MOT history for DHY 505W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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