MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,555 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?
Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EBO 305V is a 1980 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 EBO 305V, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of EBO 305V?
You can check the full history of EBO 305V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was EBO 305V registered?
EBO 305V is a 1980 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 27 February 1980.
Is EBO 305V safe to buy?
The MOT history for EBO 305V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does EBO 305V have outstanding finance?
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