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FPA 426V

1979 Lotus Eclat

White Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,821 mi
Last recorded78,821 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1979 Lotus Eclat55,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPA 426V
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 78,821 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (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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FPA 426V is a 1979 Lotus Eclat in White with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 55,228 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 FPA 426V, 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 47 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FPA 426V registered?

FPA 426V is a 1979 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 12 October 1979.

Is FPA 426V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPA 426V shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FPA 426V have outstanding finance?

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