MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
58,993 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
All brakes hard to turn by hand.
Hazard lights do not operate but advisory on date
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Bonnet not attached at time of tsest
Boot door not able to be secured closed
Slight leak from exhaust
Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
Nearside Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?
Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VEH 176S is a 1977 Lotus Eclat in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 20%.
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 VEH 176S, 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 VEH 176S?
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What year was VEH 176S registered?
VEH 176S is a 1977 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 August 1977.
Is VEH 176S safe to buy?
The MOT history for VEH 176S shows 5 tests with a 20% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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