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JHR 59B

1976 Lotus Eclat

White Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

99,596 mi
Last recorded99,596 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2009
Typical for 1976 Lotus Eclat58,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHR 59B
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2009 99,596 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm cracked (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Trailing arm cracked (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

Coolant leak

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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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JHR 59B is a 1976 Lotus Eclat in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1976 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 58,636 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 JHR 59B, 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 50 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 JHR 59B registered?

JHR 59B is a 1976 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 26 May 1976.

Is JHR 59B safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHR 59B shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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