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F227 XNG

1988 Lotus Eclat

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,067 mi
Last recorded3,067 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Lotus Eclat60,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF227 XNG
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2025 3,067 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 3,035 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 3,007 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 2,980 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 2,945 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 102,911 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 102,885 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 102,853 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 102,798 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 2,746 miles

Automatic gear box oil pipes weeping

Engine oil leak

Exhaust rubbers are perrishing

Offside Front Lower Bumper scratched

Offside Front Lower Drivers seat insecure to the runner

Offside Front Lower door scratched

Rear differential weeping

Pass 8 May 2015 2,616 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2014 2,359 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 101,078 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 24 Jul 2010 782 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 99,868 miles

o/s/f brake pipe corroded

o/s/r seat belt mounting bracket corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2007 98,708 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 98,354 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

os mirror cracked

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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F227 XNG is a 1988 Lotus Eclat in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F227 XNG, 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

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What year was F227 XNG registered?

F227 XNG is a 1988 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 15 August 1988.

Is F227 XNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F227 XNG shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F227 XNG have outstanding finance?

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