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C301 VLF

1986 Lotus Eclat

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,793 mi
Last recorded49,793 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Lotus Eclat73,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC301 VLF
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 49,793 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 49,193 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 48,056 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 47,543 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 47,054 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 46,393 miles

rear seat belt lower mounting plates corrodid

Fail 23 Mar 2020 46,393 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

rear seat belt lower mounting plates corrodid

Pass 7 Feb 2018 46,152 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 46,119 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 45,976 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 45,332 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 45,329 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 45,227 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 45,163 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 45,145 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 45,116 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 45,070 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 44,869 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 44,837 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 44,718 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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C301 VLF is a 1986 Lotus Eclat in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C301 VLF, 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 C301 VLF registered?

C301 VLF is a 1986 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 27 March 1986.

Is C301 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C301 VLF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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