MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,302 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat Excel?
Based on 1,344 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C523 BCL is a 1986 Lotus Eclat Excel in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1986 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 68,226 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 C523 BCL, 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 40 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of C523 BCL?
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What year was C523 BCL registered?
C523 BCL is a 1986 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 9 January 1986.
Is C523 BCL safe to buy?
The MOT history for C523 BCL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C523 BCL have outstanding finance?
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