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K873 TTL

1992 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,986 mi
Last recorded33,986 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 1992 Lotus Eclat61,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK873 TTL
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 33,986 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 33,986 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

gearbox mount rubber adrift

n/s front brake shim out of position

n/s service brake low

Pass 24 Aug 2011 33,674 miles

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

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

nearside and offside rear disc faces slightly corroded from lack of use

Pass 30 Jun 2006 21,549 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 21,549 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

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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K873 TTL is a 1992 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 K873 TTL, 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 K873 TTL registered?

K873 TTL is a 1992 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 September 1992.

Is K873 TTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K873 TTL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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