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WSX 977W

1980 Lotus Eclat

Yellow Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

94,162 mi
Last recorded94,162 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 1980 Lotus Eclat66,938 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSX 977W
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 94,162 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 94,161 miles

Fuel pipe excessively chafed rubbing against steering column (7.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 94,159 miles

exhaust deteriorated

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 94,159 miles

exhaust rusty

hand brake lever play

Fail 21 Feb 2015 94,159 miles

Offside Rear Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

hand brake lever play

Pass 26 May 2012 94,049 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 94,049 miles

Nearside Rear Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 93,212 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 93,211 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

offside headlamp pattern poor

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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WSX 977W is a 1980 Lotus Eclat in Yellow with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 WSX 977W, 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

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What year was WSX 977W registered?

WSX 977W is a 1980 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 14 November 1980.

Is WSX 977W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSX 977W shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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