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G704 EPJ

1990 Lotus Eclat

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,465 mi
Last recorded97,465 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2010
Typical for 1990 Lotus Eclat42,587 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG704 EPJ
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2010 97,465 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 97,464 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Upper Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

all tyres cracking on side wall to tread

Pass 31 Oct 2006 97,142 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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G704 EPJ is a 1990 Lotus Eclat in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G704 EPJ, 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 G704 EPJ registered?

G704 EPJ is a 1990 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 27 March 1990.

Is G704 EPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G704 EPJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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