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XPW 967X

1982 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

253 mi
Last recorded253 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1982 Lotus Eclat57,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPW 967X
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 253 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 18 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 63,069 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 63,069 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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XPW 967X is a 1982 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 XPW 967X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPW 967X?

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What year was XPW 967X registered?

XPW 967X is a 1982 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 12 March 1982.

Is XPW 967X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPW 967X 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 XPW 967X have outstanding finance?

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