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F522 KGK

1989 Lotus Eclat Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,352 mi
Last recorded92,352 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Lotus Eclat Excel63,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF522 KGK
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 92,352 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 90,339 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 87,294 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 86,956 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 85,408 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 83,967 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 83,789 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 22 Feb 2018 83,723 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jan 2017 82,709 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 80,284 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 80,133 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 78,627 miles

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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F522 KGK is a 1989 Lotus Eclat Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1989 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 63,284 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F522 KGK, 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 37 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F522 KGK registered?

F522 KGK is a 1989 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F522 KGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F522 KGK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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