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G422 OEW

1990 Lotus Eclat

Grey Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

72,675 mi
Last recorded72,675 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2011
Typical for 1990 Lotus Eclat42,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG422 OEW
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2011 72,675 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 72,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 72,658 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 28 May 2010 72,656 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 72,496 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 71,639 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 71,639 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2005 70,373 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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G422 OEW is a 1990 Lotus Eclat in Grey with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1990 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 42,587 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 fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G422 OEW, 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 36 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G422 OEW registered?

G422 OEW is a 1990 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 5 January 1990.

Is G422 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G422 OEW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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