MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
84,531 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
rear shockers are corroded
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
exhaust clamp is loose
osf brake is binding slightly
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
exhaust clamp is loose
osf brake is binding slightly
All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?
Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.
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DND 971Y is a 1983 Lotus Eclat in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
Across all 1983 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 59,417 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 DND 971Y, 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 43 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was DND 971Y registered?
DND 971Y is a 1983 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 11 March 1983.
Is DND 971Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for DND 971Y shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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