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WNG 35X

1981 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

74,566 mi
Last recorded74,566 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 1981 Lotus Eclat68,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNG 35X
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 74,566 miles

coolant leak

oil leak

Fail 31 Jul 2015 74,559 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jul 2014 74,272 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 74,171 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 74,171 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 11 May 2012 74,056 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 74,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 74,024 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 73,791 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 73,555 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 73,552 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 72,766 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 72,195 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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WNG 35X is a 1981 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WNG 35X, 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

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What year was WNG 35X registered?

WNG 35X is a 1981 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 5 November 1981.

Is WNG 35X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNG 35X shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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