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ECA 88S

1978 Lotus Elite

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,277 mi
Last recorded66,277 miles
Recorded on22 May 2008
Typical for 1978 Lotus Elite62,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECA 88S
MakeLotus
ModelElite
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2008 66,277 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 65,474 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 65,365 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 65,365 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elite?

Based on 2,929 MOT tests across 500 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
500
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 134
Stop lamp not working 101
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 76
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 69
brake binding 60
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ECA 88S is a 1978 Lotus Elite in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Lotus Elite models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 62,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 134 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ECA 88S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elite typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 48 years old, this Lotus Elite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ECA 88S?

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What year was ECA 88S registered?

ECA 88S is a 1978 Lotus Elite, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is ECA 88S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECA 88S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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