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SOG 766S

1977 Lotus Eclat

White Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,047 mi
Last recorded81,047 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2009
Typical for 1977 Lotus Eclat71,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOG 766S
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2009 81,047 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

front seat belts of an early type,unable to test inertia action

Fail 30 Jan 2009 81,047 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front seat belts of an early type,unable to test inertia action

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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SOG 766S is a 1977 Lotus Eclat in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 71,380 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 SOG 766S, 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 49 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 SOG 766S?

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What year was SOG 766S registered?

SOG 766S is a 1977 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 9 August 1977.

Is SOG 766S safe to buy?

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