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MCF 123X

1981 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,199 mi
Last recorded79,199 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2007
Typical for 1981 Lotus Eclat68,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCF 123X
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2007 79,199 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 79,191 miles

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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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MCF 123X is a 1981 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 68,026 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 MCF 123X, 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 45 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MCF 123X?

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What year was MCF 123X registered?

MCF 123X is a 1981 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 9 September 1981.

Is MCF 123X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCF 123X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MCF 123X have outstanding finance?

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