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C241 UNV

1986 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 Lotus Eclat73,033 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC241 UNV
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2018
Pass 9 Sep 2016

Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt all (2.2.C.1c)

Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt All (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 5 Sep 2016

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2015
Pass 17 Sep 2014
Pass 16 Sep 2013

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

No lights fitted at time of test

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 15,917 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 15,858 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 15,440 miles

2 x bolts missing in exhaust system but the exhaust is still in a secure position

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside rear road wheel slightly binding

front and rear coil springs slightly corroded

rear subframe slightly corroded

Fail 17 Sep 2010 15,440 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

2 x bolts missing in exhaust system but the exhaust is still in a secure position

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside rear road wheel slightly binding

front and rear coil springs slightly corroded

rear subframe slightly corroded

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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C241 UNV is a 1986 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 73,033 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 C241 UNV, 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 40 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C241 UNV registered?

C241 UNV is a 1986 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 2 June 1986.

Is C241 UNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C241 UNV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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