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E301 SON

1987 Lotus Eclat

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,512 mi
Last recorded29,512 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2009
Typical for 1987 Lotus Eclat56,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE301 SON
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2009 29,512 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2009 29,508 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 29,317 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 29,036 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 28,770 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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E301 SON is a 1987 Lotus Eclat in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 56,464 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 E301 SON, 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 39 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 E301 SON registered?

E301 SON is a 1987 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 20 October 1987.

Is E301 SON safe to buy?

The MOT history for E301 SON shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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