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B9 EXL

1990 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

33,849 mi
Last recorded33,849 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 1990 Lotus Eclat42,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 EXL
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 33,849 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 33,578 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 33,569 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 33,091 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 17 Sep 2020 33,091 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 10 Jul 2019 32,292 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 31,508 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 30,879 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 29,789 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak on engine

Pass 24 Jul 2015 29,033 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 28,049 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 26,546 miles

slight bow on exhaust

Pass 7 Jul 2012 24,607 miles

all tyres perished

Pass 16 Jul 2011 21,838 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front discs slightly worn

Pass 26 Jun 2010 17,596 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 17,596 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009 15,512 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 13,040 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 10,759 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 8,340 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 6,474 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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B9 EXL is a 1990 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1990 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 42,587 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 B9 EXL, 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 36 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B9 EXL?

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What year was B9 EXL registered?

B9 EXL is a 1990 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 10 August 1990.

Is B9 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 EXL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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