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G134 ONJ

1989 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,016 mi
Last recorded102,016 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 1989 Lotus Eclat57,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG134 ONJ
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 102,016 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 101,962 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 101,962 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 101,860 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 98,908 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 98,662 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 98,116 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 97,840 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 97,461 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 95,907 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 94,175 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 94,160 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 93,443 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2007 91,470 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 89,884 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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G134 ONJ is a 1989 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 57,054 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 G134 ONJ, 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 37 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G134 ONJ registered?

G134 ONJ is a 1989 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G134 ONJ safe to buy?

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