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HNG 908V

1980 Lotus Eclat

Gold Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

40,939 mi
Last recorded40,939 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1980 Lotus Eclat66,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNG 908V
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 40,939 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 40,707 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 40,148 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 19 Dec 2007 40,125 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 40,124 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 39,615 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 39,603 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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HNG 908V is a 1980 Lotus Eclat in Gold with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 66,938 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 HNG 908V, 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 46 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HNG 908V registered?

HNG 908V is a 1980 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 8 May 1980.

Is HNG 908V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNG 908V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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