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DPJ 592T

1978 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

6,586 mi
Last recorded6,586 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2010
Typical for 1978 Lotus Eclat70,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPJ 592T
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2010 6,586 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 6,583 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

n/s/r inner u/j slightley worn

Pass 13 Oct 2009 6,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

n/s/r inner u/j slightley worn

Pass 21 Aug 2008 6,576 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

wiper blade poor condition

Fail 21 Aug 2008 6,576 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

wiper blade poor condition

Pass 4 Sep 2007 6,487 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 6,487 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 6,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not in a clean condition but not affecting light output (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim not in a clean condition but not affecting light output (1.2.4a)

Fail 9 Sep 2006 6,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not in a clean condition but not affecting light output (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim not in a clean condition but not affecting light output (1.2.4a)

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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DPJ 592T is a 1978 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 DPJ 592T, 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 DPJ 592T registered?

DPJ 592T is a 1978 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 27 November 1978.

Is DPJ 592T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPJ 592T shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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