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C787 MJM

1985 Lotus Eclat Excel

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,240 mi
Last recorded92,240 miles
Recorded on16 May 2008
Typical for 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel63,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC787 MJM
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2008 92,240 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 92,205 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 91,915 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 91,906 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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C787 MJM is a 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 63,940 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 C787 MJM, 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 41 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 C787 MJM registered?

C787 MJM is a 1985 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 7 August 1985.

Is C787 MJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C787 MJM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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