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FLC 609Y

1983 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,793 mi
Last recorded82,793 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2010
Typical for 1983 Lotus Eclat59,417 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLC 609Y
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2010 82,793 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 82,703 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 82,241 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 82,043 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 82,042 miles

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

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

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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FLC 609Y is a 1983 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 59,417 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 FLC 609Y, 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 43 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FLC 609Y registered?

FLC 609Y is a 1983 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is FLC 609Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLC 609Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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