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F746 BNG

1989 Lotus Eclat

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

70,926 mi
Last recorded70,926 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 1989 Lotus Eclat57,054 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF746 BNG
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2013 70,926 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres perished

nearside rear exhaust rubber split

Pass 26 Jun 2012 70,619 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 70,614 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering rack fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d) DANGEROUS

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2011 70,212 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 70,196 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres starting to perrish

Pass 17 Apr 2010 69,654 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 68,089 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 67,123 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 67,123 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 86,370 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 86,356 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 66,338 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 66,338 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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F746 BNG is a 1989 Lotus Eclat in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1989 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 57,054 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 F746 BNG, 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 37 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F746 BNG registered?

F746 BNG is a 1989 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 7 March 1989.

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