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FIL 8128

1987 Lotus Eclat Excel

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,936 mi
Last recorded33,936 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 1987 Lotus Eclat Excel41,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIL 8128
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 33,936 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 33,621 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 May 2017 33,608 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 33,573 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 33,556 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 33,411 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 33,390 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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FIL 8128 is a 1987 Lotus Eclat Excel 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 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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FIL 8128, 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 FIL 8128 registered?

FIL 8128 is a 1987 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 15 April 1987.

Is FIL 8128 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIL 8128 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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