MOT Status
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
small cracks in n/s front tyre outer wall
some movement in steering rack mechanism
Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
small cracks in n/s front tyre outer wall
some movement in steering rack mechanism
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
o/s/r tyre outer wall starting to crack
tie raps on rear exhaust brackets
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat?
Based on 5,595 MOT tests across 690 vehicles.
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E4 LXL is a 1987 Lotus Eclat in Yellow with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 E4 LXL, 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.
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What year was E4 LXL registered?
E4 LXL is a 1987 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 4 December 1987.
Is E4 LXL safe to buy?
The MOT history for E4 LXL shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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