MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
68,360 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
emissions very close to the limit!!
n/s/r body trim missing.
only one seat belt fitted in the rear of the vehicle.
slight exhaust leaks from the joints.
starter lead very close to the clutch pipe!!
various oil leaks.
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
emissions very close to the limit!!
n/s/r body trim missing.
only one seat belt fitted in the rear of the vehicle.
slight exhaust leaks from the joints.
starter lead very close to the clutch pipe!!
various oil leaks.
bodywork tatty.
clutch not freeing correctly.
interia in a poor condition. Driver seat cushion worn.
slight leak from exhaust system joints.
slight play in the n/s/f wheel bearing.
Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)
Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
bodywork tatty.
clutch not freeing correctly.
interia in a poor condition. Driver seat cushion worn.
slight leak from exhaust system joints.
slight play in the n/s/f wheel bearing.
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?
Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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APC 696Y is a 1983 Lotus Eclat in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1983 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 59,417 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 APC 696Y, 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 43 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 APC 696Y?
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What year was APC 696Y registered?
APC 696Y is a 1983 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 April 1983.
Is APC 696Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for APC 696Y shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does APC 696Y have outstanding finance?
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