MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
75,223 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Coil spring corroded All four coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Coil spring corroded All four coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?
Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C444 HFJ is a 1986 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 C444 HFJ, 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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How do I check the history of C444 HFJ?
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What year was C444 HFJ registered?
C444 HFJ is a 1986 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 8 March 1986.
Is C444 HFJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for C444 HFJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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