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K22 XEL

1993 Lotus Eclat Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

98,404 mi
Last recorded98,404 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK22 XEL
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2007 98,404 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 98,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Feb 2007 98,402 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat Excel?

Based on 1,344 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 48
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 30
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
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K22 XEL is a 1993 Lotus Eclat Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 K22 XEL, 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 33 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K22 XEL registered?

K22 XEL is a 1993 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 8 February 1993.

Is K22 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K22 XEL shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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