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B390 UVG

1985 Lotus Eclat Excel

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,271 mi
Last recorded67,271 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel63,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB390 UVG
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 67,271 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 67,239 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 67,239 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 May 2015 66,913 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 66,423 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 66,396 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 66,359 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat Excel?

Based on 1,344 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 48
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 30
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
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B390 UVG is a 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 63,940 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Eclat Excel fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B390 UVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Eclat Excel typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B390 UVG registered?

B390 UVG is a 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 15 April 1985.

Is B390 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B390 UVG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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