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GHZ 1861

1989 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,526 mi
Last recorded81,526 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 1989 Lotus Eclat57,054 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHZ 1861
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2014 81,526 miles

both front tyres slightly perished

handbrake travel

nearside lower screen has crack but not in drivers view

Fail 18 Sep 2014 81,526 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

both front tyres slightly perished

engine misfiring

handbrake travel

nearside lower screen has crack but not in drivers view

Pass 22 Sep 2012 81,404 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 80,683 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 80,675 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 80,600 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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GHZ 1861 is a 1989 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GHZ 1861, 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 GHZ 1861 registered?

GHZ 1861 is a 1989 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 14 November 1989.

Is GHZ 1861 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHZ 1861 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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