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E22 CEL

1989 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,950 mi
Last recorded45,950 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Lotus Eclat57,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE22 CEL
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 45,950 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 44,562 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 43,683 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2023 41,996 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2009 19,458 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 May 2009 19,458 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 19,451 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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E22 CEL is a 1989 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 57,054 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 E22 CEL, 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 37 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 E22 CEL registered?

E22 CEL is a 1989 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is E22 CEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E22 CEL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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