MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,572 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
o/s/r tyre cracking on tread face
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
o/s/r tyre cracking on tread face
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated
Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
Fuel pipe/s corroded
Nearside Inner Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)
Nearside Outer Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)
Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
Oil leak
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Propshaft component defective
Rear bumper insecure
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
leak on nearside rear hub area
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated
Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
Fuel pipe/s corroded
Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing
Oil leak
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Propshaft component defective
Rear bumper insecure
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
leak on nearside rear hub area
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Nearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
advice both front tyres starting to brake up
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?
Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OON 278X is a 1982 Lotus Eclat in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1982 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 57,924 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 OON 278X, 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 44 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was OON 278X registered?
OON 278X is a 1982 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 May 1982.
Is OON 278X safe to buy?
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