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WTO 160Y

1982 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

85,741 mi
Last recorded85,741 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2006
Typical for 1982 Lotus Eclat57,924 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTO 160Y
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2006 85,741 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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WTO 160Y is a 1982 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1982 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 57,924 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 WTO 160Y, 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 44 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 WTO 160Y registered?

WTO 160Y is a 1982 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 2 December 1982.

Is WTO 160Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTO 160Y shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WTO 160Y have outstanding finance?

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