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E383 PSG

1988 Lotus Eclat

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,460 mi
Last recorded95,460 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2006
Typical for 1988 Lotus Eclat60,407 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE383 PSG
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2006 95,460 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 95,460 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Rear Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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E383 PSG is a 1988 Lotus Eclat in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E383 PSG, 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.

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What year was E383 PSG registered?

E383 PSG is a 1988 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E383 PSG safe to buy?

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