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E35 WFM

1987 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,357 mi
Last recorded91,357 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2011
Typical for 1987 Lotus Eclat56,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE35 WFM
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2011 91,357 miles

exhaust blowing

play to o/s/f wheel

signs of corrosion to rear brake pipe across axle

signs of corrosion to steering and suspension components

Pass 16 Aug 2010 90,372 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 89,652 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 89,652 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 May 2008 87,993 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 87,989 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear passehger floor braces bars corrode in excess

Pass 5 Apr 2007 86,851 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 85,749 miles

oil leak

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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E35 WFM is a 1987 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 56,464 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 E35 WFM, 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 39 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E35 WFM registered?

E35 WFM is a 1987 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 September 1987.

Is E35 WFM safe to buy?

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