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C824 MRA

1986 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,542 mi
Last recorded15,542 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1986 Lotus Eclat73,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC824 MRA
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 15,542 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil level on minimum (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe above rear axle joining into splitter (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 15,530 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil level on minimum (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe above rear axle joining into splitter (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 15,165 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2011 151,122 miles

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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C824 MRA is a 1986 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 73,033 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 fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C824 MRA, 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 40 years old, this Lotus Eclat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C824 MRA registered?

C824 MRA is a 1986 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C824 MRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C824 MRA 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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