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E747 KHX

1987 Lotus Eclat Excel

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,231 mi
Last recorded9,231 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2010
Typical for 1987 Lotus Eclat Excel41,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE747 KHX
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2010 9,231 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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E747 KHX is a 1987 Lotus Eclat Excel in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,058 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 E747 KHX, 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 39 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E747 KHX registered?

E747 KHX is a 1987 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 4 August 1987.

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