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D678 CBF

1986 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

90,799 mi
Last recorded90,799 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 Lotus Eclat73,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD678 CBF
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Fail 9 Apr 2025 90,799 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 14 Mar 2025 90,782 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 1 Mar 2024 90,776 miles

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

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

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 1 Mar 2024 90,775 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

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

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 6 Feb 2024 90,770 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 1 Feb 2023 90,762 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Jan 2023 90,762 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 90,759 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 13 Dec 2021 90,759 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 15 Dec 2020 90,753 miles

Coolant leak ()

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 90,697 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 22 Jun 2018 90,681 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 90,681 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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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D678 CBF is a 1986 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

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 D678 CBF, 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.

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What year was D678 CBF registered?

D678 CBF is a 1986 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 1 November 1986.

Is D678 CBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D678 CBF shows 13 tests with a 46.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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