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C444 HFJ

1986 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,223 mi
Last recorded75,223 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 1986 Lotus Eclat73,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC444 HFJ
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 75,223 miles

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))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 75,223 miles

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))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 75,155 miles

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.

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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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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