MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,980 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake performance unable to be tested fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
Offside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (1.1.3 (d))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Oil leak
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
corrosion to all exhaust system down pipe back,
corrosion to coil springs front and rear
sill covers fitted
wipers poor
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Oil leak
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
all exhaust in very poor condition
all rear exhaust rubber mounts in very poor condition
clutch anti slip missing
coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
signs of offside front tyre touching on plastic inner wing
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat Excel?
Based on 1,344 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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H733 YYJ is a 1990 Lotus Eclat Excel in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1990 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 56,212 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 Excel fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H733 YYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Lotus Eclat Excel typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 36 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was H733 YYJ registered?
H733 YYJ is a 1990 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 11 October 1990.
Is H733 YYJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for H733 YYJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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