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H137 HEC

1991 Lotus Eclat Excel

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,642 mi
Last recorded80,642 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH137 HEC
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2025 80,642 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 79,468 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 79,290 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 78,982 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 78,228 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 76,408 miles

Front brake imbalance close to required limits.

Hydro-Carbon levels just within limits on emmisions test.

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

How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat Excel?

Based on 1,344 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 48
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 30
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
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H137 HEC is a 1991 Lotus Eclat Excel in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Lotus Eclat Excel fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H137 HEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Eclat Excel typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 35 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H137 HEC registered?

H137 HEC is a 1991 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 29 March 1991.

Is H137 HEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H137 HEC shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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