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GEL 213

1981 Lotus Eclat

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,150 mi
Last recorded68,150 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 1981 Lotus Eclat68,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 213
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2019 68,150 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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GEL 213 is a 1981 Lotus Eclat in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GEL 213, 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 GEL 213 registered?

GEL 213 is a 1981 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 2 October 1981.

Is GEL 213 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 213 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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