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G848 ECF

1990 Lotus Eclat

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

2,258 mi
Last recorded2,258 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 1990 Lotus Eclat42,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG848 ECF
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 2,258 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 2,258 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded main line (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2013 1,877 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 98,458 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 98,457 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 97,105 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 97,007 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 96,966 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 96,703 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 96,666 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 96,254 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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G848 ECF is a 1990 Lotus Eclat in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 G848 ECF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G848 ECF registered?

G848 ECF is a 1990 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 16 February 1990.

Is G848 ECF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G848 ECF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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