CarVerify

Free Car Check

A100 CRM

1989 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

1,544 mi
Last recorded1,544 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Lotus Eclat57,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationA100 CRM
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 1,544 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 1,542 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 5,507 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 5,107 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 3,880 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 3,256 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 3,117 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 2,469 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 1,042 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 499 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 7,211 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 4,770 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 3,345 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 3,247 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 230 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 24,040 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 20,719 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 17,151 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 13,919 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 10,357 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 7,078 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 7,053 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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
Full Lotus Eclat reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

A100 CRM is a 1989 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1989 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 57,054 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 A100 CRM, 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 37 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 A100 CRM?

You can check the full history of A100 CRM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A100 CRM registered?

A100 CRM is a 1989 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 21 March 1989.

Is A100 CRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A100 CRM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A100 CRM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A100 CRM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.