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LO 1910

1979 Lotus Eclat

Yellow Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,777 mi
Last recorded17,777 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2006
Typical for 1979 Lotus Eclat55,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO 1910
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2006 17,777 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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LO 1910 is a 1979 Lotus Eclat in Yellow with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 55,228 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 LO 1910, 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 47 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of LO 1910?

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What year was LO 1910 registered?

LO 1910 is a 1979 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 7 July 1979.

Is LO 1910 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO 1910 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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