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MPG 401P

1976 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,376 mi
Last recorded22,376 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2013
Typical for 1976 Lotus Eclat58,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPG 401P
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2013 22,376 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 22,280 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 22,280 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

O/s/r exhaust rubber slightly deteriated

Pass 9 Mar 2007 22,194 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

hazard lights flash quite fast

nearside rear flexi ferrule rusting

offside rear flexi ferrule rusting

slight play nearside steering rack

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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MPG 401P is a 1976 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 MPG 401P, 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

How do I check the history of MPG 401P?

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What year was MPG 401P registered?

MPG 401P is a 1976 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 2 April 1976.

Is MPG 401P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPG 401P shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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