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ECL 47S

1980 Lotus Eclat

Yellow Petrol 4600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,982 mi
Last recorded60,982 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Lotus Eclat66,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECL 47S
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2019 60,982 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 60,707 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 59,859 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 58,949 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 57,660 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 56,765 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 55,530 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 54,916 miles

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

nearside rear brake slightly binding.

Pass 10 Jul 2010 53,894 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 53,246 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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ECL 47S is a 1980 Lotus Eclat in Yellow with a 4,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ECL 47S, 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 ECL 47S?

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What year was ECL 47S registered?

ECL 47S is a 1980 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 15 September 1980.

Is ECL 47S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECL 47S shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ECL 47S have outstanding finance?

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