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J290 LTA

1992 Lotus Eclat Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,615 mi
Last recorded50,615 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ290 LTA
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2013 50,615 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 48,263 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 44,808 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 42,642 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 40,341 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 40,341 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 9 May 2008 36,782 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 33,996 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 33,994 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 33,633 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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J290 LTA is a 1992 Lotus Eclat Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J290 LTA, 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 34 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 J290 LTA registered?

J290 LTA is a 1992 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J290 LTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J290 LTA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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