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E68 XUA

1988 Lotus Eclat Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

54,535 mi
Last recorded54,535 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Lotus Eclat Excel42,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE68 XUA
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 54,535 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 54,535 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 52,172 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 49,593 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 47,018 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 44,470 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 41,330 miles

rear exhaust has slight blow

Fail 2 Sep 2019 41,330 miles

Headlamp aim too high both front (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust has slight blow

Pass 29 Aug 2018 38,477 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 34,801 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 32,951 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 31,368 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 29,648 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 28,312 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 26,151 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 23,189 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat Excel?

Based on 1,344 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 48
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 30
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
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E68 XUA is a 1988 Lotus Eclat Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1988 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 42,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Eclat Excel fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E68 XUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Eclat Excel typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E68 XUA?

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What year was E68 XUA registered?

E68 XUA is a 1988 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is E68 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E68 XUA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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