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D602 XAR

1986 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,790 mi
Last recorded61,790 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2014
Typical for 1986 Lotus Eclat73,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD602 XAR
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2014 61,790 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 60,128 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 60,102 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 60,093 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 May 2006 59,785 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 May 2006 59,785 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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D602 XAR is a 1986 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 D602 XAR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D602 XAR?

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What year was D602 XAR registered?

D602 XAR is a 1986 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 24 October 1986.

Is D602 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D602 XAR shows 6 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.

Does D602 XAR have outstanding finance?

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