MOT Status
ValidMileage
12,407 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
All tyres starting to wear on the edges
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front tyre valve stem perished
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat Excel?
Based on 1,344 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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G296 DPE is a 1990 Lotus Eclat Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1990 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 56,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 G296 DPE, 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 36 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of G296 DPE?
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What year was G296 DPE registered?
G296 DPE is a 1990 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 17 January 1990.
Is G296 DPE safe to buy?
The MOT history for G296 DPE 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 G296 DPE have outstanding finance?
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