CarVerify

Free Car Check

D804 KVG

1987 Lotus Eclat

Blue Petrol 2174cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

88,161 mi
Last recorded88,161 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Lotus Eclat56,464 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD804 KVG
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 88,161 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 87,576 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 86,922 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 86,223 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 84,997 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 84,199 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 83,286 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 82,460 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 80,585 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 79,555 miles

Both front tyres have secondary tread pattern and worn heavily on edges

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Support bar under car corroded both sides

Wiper motor slow in operation

Wiper poor condition

Pass 23 Nov 2015 76,956 miles

Drivers door can be closed in a secure position but could do with attention

Metal cover plate corroded off side rear floor pan

Oil leaks

Slight blow from exhaust before and after centre box

Wiper motor functions but could do with attention

Pass 21 Oct 2014 74,328 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 71,081 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 71,081 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Driver's door pillar deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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
Full Lotus Eclat reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D804 KVG is a 1987 Lotus Eclat in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1987 Lotus Eclat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 56,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D804 KVG, 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 39 years old, this Lotus Eclat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D804 KVG?

You can check the full history of D804 KVG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D804 KVG registered?

D804 KVG is a 1987 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 9 April 1987.

Is D804 KVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D804 KVG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D804 KVG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D804 KVG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.