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F748 BNG

1989 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,766 mi
Last recorded37,766 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 1989 Lotus Eclat57,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF748 BNG
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 37,766 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 37,706 miles

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2019 37,331 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 36,470 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 May 2017 35,397 miles

Exhaust system is deteriorated

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 May 2016 34,622 miles

Exhaust system is deteriorated

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 20 May 2015 33,297 miles

Both rear tyres deteriorated on outer edges but are still within requirements

Fail 20 May 2015 33,297 miles

Both rear tyres deteriorated on outer edges but are still within requirements

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2014 32,274 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 May 2013 31,289 miles

All exhaust flange joints slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 May 2012 30,111 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 28,609 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 28,056 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 27,201 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 26,574 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Dec 2005 25,481 miles

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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F748 BNG is a 1989 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 57,054 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 F748 BNG, 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 37 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F748 BNG registered?

F748 BNG is a 1989 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 31 March 1989.

Is F748 BNG safe to buy?

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