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G498 ULG

1992 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,441 mi
Last recorded70,441 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Lotus Eclat61,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG498 ULG
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 70,441 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 70,021 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 69,702 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 69,082 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 68,529 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 67,807 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 66,038 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 63,734 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 62,090 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 61,709 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 61,709 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 61,622 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 61,437 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 61,437 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 61,271 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 60,629 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 58,917 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 58,287 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 57,567 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 57,116 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 66,197 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 56,157 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 53,006 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 53,006 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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G498 ULG is a 1992 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1992 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 61,437 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 G498 ULG, 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 34 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G498 ULG?

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What year was G498 ULG registered?

G498 ULG is a 1992 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is G498 ULG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G498 ULG shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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