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A1 KMC

1988 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

254 mi
Last recorded254 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 1988 Lotus Eclat60,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 KMC
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 254 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 236 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 82,951 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 82,945 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp no brighter the position lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp no brighter the position lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

when stop lights operated registration plate lamps come on

Pass 9 Feb 2015 82,929 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Feb 2015 82,922 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 82,767 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 82,455 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 81,111 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 81,111 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 79,875 miles

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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A1 KMC is a 1988 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 60,407 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 A1 KMC, 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 38 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A1 KMC registered?

A1 KMC is a 1988 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 20 April 1988.

Is A1 KMC safe to buy?

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