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G582 RFJ

1989 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,558 mi
Last recorded57,558 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 1989 Lotus Eclat57,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG582 RFJ
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 57,558 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 57,558 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2015 57,251 miles

rear section of exhaust corroding

slight movement offside front lower arm rear bush

Pass 11 Aug 2011 57,228 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 57,054 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 57,008 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 56,482 miles

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

wiper smeary

Pass 10 Oct 2006 56,300 miles

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

underside car corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2005 55,535 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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G582 RFJ is a 1989 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 G582 RFJ, 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 G582 RFJ registered?

G582 RFJ is a 1989 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G582 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G582 RFJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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