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H486 TCL

1991 Lotus Eclat

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

14,045 mi
Last recorded14,045 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Lotus Eclat53,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH486 TCL
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2026 14,045 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 13,989 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 13,953 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 13,640 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2024 13,640 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 13,435 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 13,298 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 13,298 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 13,291 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 13,285 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 13,275 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 13,274 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 12,828 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 12,609 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 12,479 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 12,198 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 12,059 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 11,930 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 11,920 miles

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

Suspension and brake componets going rusty.

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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H486 TCL is a 1991 Lotus Eclat in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1991 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 53,091 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H486 TCL, 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 35 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H486 TCL registered?

H486 TCL is a 1991 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H486 TCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H486 TCL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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