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H680 MBL

1991 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,911 mi
Last recorded1,911 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1991 Lotus Eclat53,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH680 MBL
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 1,911 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 989 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 99,887 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 98,729 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 96,766 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 94,683 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 94,678 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 93,931 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 92,450 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 90,533 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 87,698 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 87,684 miles

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Fail 11 Jun 2007 87,684 miles

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 86,340 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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H680 MBL is a 1991 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 H680 MBL, 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 H680 MBL registered?

H680 MBL is a 1991 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 10 May 1991.

Is H680 MBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H680 MBL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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