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JOI 3453

1984 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,613 mi
Last recorded49,613 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 1984 Lotus Eclat66,287 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOI 3453
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 49,613 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 49,605 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 49,516 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Jun 2010 49,145 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 48,920 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 48,819 miles

nearside front wheelbearing slightly course

Pass 23 Sep 2006 48,534 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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JOI 3453 is a 1984 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 66,287 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 JOI 3453, 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 42 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 JOI 3453 registered?

JOI 3453 is a 1984 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 January 1984.

Is JOI 3453 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOI 3453 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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