MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
90,799 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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))
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
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
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
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
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
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))
Coolant leak ()
Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
Coolant leak ()
Coolant leak ()
Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Coolant leak ()
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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?
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