MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,376 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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?
You can check the full history of MPG 401P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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.
Does MPG 401P have outstanding finance?
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