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JRE 336V

1980 Lotus Eclat

Gold Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,008 mi
Last recorded34,008 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1980 Lotus Eclat66,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRE 336V
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 34,008 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 33,935 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 33,935 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 33,771 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 33,652 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 33,446 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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JRE 336V is a 1980 Lotus Eclat in Gold with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JRE 336V, 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 JRE 336V registered?

JRE 336V is a 1980 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is JRE 336V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRE 336V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JRE 336V have outstanding finance?

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