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H29 HRU

1990 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,513 mi
Last recorded42,513 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Lotus Eclat42,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH29 HRU
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 May 2025 42,513 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 42,504 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 42,488 miles

Offside Rear Inner Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 42,461 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 42,440 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 41,982 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 41,978 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 41,720 miles

offside and nearside front and rear coil spring showing signs of corrosion

Pass 21 Jun 2016 41,715 miles

coil spring corroded offside and nearside front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 41,715 miles

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

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

coil spring corroded offside and nearside front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 41,714 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 41,714 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 41,709 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 41,709 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 41,698 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 41,898 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 41,695 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 41,678 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 41,676 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 41,644 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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H29 HRU is a 1990 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1990 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 42,587 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 H29 HRU, 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 36 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H29 HRU?

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What year was H29 HRU registered?

H29 HRU is a 1990 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H29 HRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H29 HRU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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