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G433 YYT

1990 Lotus Eclat

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

83,773 mi
Last recorded83,773 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1990 Lotus Eclat42,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG433 YYT
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 83,773 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 83,360 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2022 82,598 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 81,495 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 80,911 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 80,236 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 79,018 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 77,861 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 76,315 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 76,314 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 74,814 miles

(parking brake) Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met.It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

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

Nearside rear parking brake:parking brake efficiency only just met.It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 74,814 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 73,427 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 73,243 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 73,227 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Fail 13 Jun 2011 72,982 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 72,982 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 72,721 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 72,550 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 72,544 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2008 70,555 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 70,442 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 69,347 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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G433 YYT is a 1990 Lotus Eclat in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 G433 YYT, 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 G433 YYT registered?

G433 YYT is a 1990 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 30 May 1990.

Is G433 YYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G433 YYT shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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