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E800 HRN

1988 Lotus Eclat

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

68,228 mi
Last recorded68,228 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1988 Lotus Eclat60,407 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE800 HRN
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 68,228 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jun 2023 68,228 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 65,412 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 63,752 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 62,194 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 62,181 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2005 60,473 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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E800 HRN is a 1988 Lotus Eclat in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 E800 HRN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E800 HRN?

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What year was E800 HRN registered?

E800 HRN is a 1988 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E800 HRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E800 HRN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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