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KOX 892W

1980 Lotus Eclat

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,705 mi
Last recorded72,705 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2009
Typical for 1980 Lotus Eclat66,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOX 892W
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2009 72,705 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 72,705 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

nearside and offside front and nearside rear tyres perished

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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KOX 892W is a 1980 Lotus Eclat in White with a 2,174cc 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 KOX 892W, 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 KOX 892W?

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What year was KOX 892W registered?

KOX 892W is a 1980 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KOX 892W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOX 892W 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 KOX 892W have outstanding finance?

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