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E720 PAH

1987 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

88,465 mi
Last recorded88,465 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Lotus Eclat56,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE720 PAH
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 88,465 miles

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavily on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2025 88,453 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavily on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main brake pipe to hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 88,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 88,278 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around n/s rear exhaust hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 88,275 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2013 87,855 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 87,855 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 87,349 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 88,558 miles

advisorys on test 376279801106

Fail 19 Apr 2011 88,558 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

n/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

n/s rear brake binding slightly

oil leak from engine

oil leak from gearbox

unable to check outersills fully due to sidepanels fitted

unable to check underside of vehicle fully due to lower panels fitted

Pass 12 May 2006 86,324 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 86,324 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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E720 PAH is a 1987 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 E720 PAH, 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 E720 PAH registered?

E720 PAH is a 1987 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 10 September 1987.

Is E720 PAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E720 PAH shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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