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E222 MRE

1988 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,351 mi
Last recorded59,351 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Lotus Eclat60,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE222 MRE
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2025 59,351 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 58,671 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 57,736 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 57,233 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 55,872 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 54,606 miles

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 4 Jun 2016 53,642 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 52,486 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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E222 MRE is a 1988 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 60,407 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 E222 MRE, 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 38 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 E222 MRE?

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What year was E222 MRE registered?

E222 MRE is a 1988 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 17 May 1988.

Is E222 MRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E222 MRE shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E222 MRE have outstanding finance?

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