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J258 SOM

1992 Lotus Eclat

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,448 mi
Last recorded49,448 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 Lotus Eclat61,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ258 SOM
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 49,448 miles

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side s (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 49,251 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 49,050 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 48,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 48,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 48,745 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2014 48,555 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 48,282 miles

Nearside front brake slightly binding

Pass 2 Nov 2011 47,918 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 47,118 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 47,118 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

power steering pipes corroded.(not leaking at time of test)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 47,111 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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J258 SOM is a 1992 Lotus Eclat in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1992 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 61,437 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 J258 SOM, 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 34 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J258 SOM registered?

J258 SOM is a 1992 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J258 SOM safe to buy?

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