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D9 EXL

1987 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,186 mi
Last recorded35,186 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Lotus Eclat56,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD9 EXL
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 35,186 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 33,755 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 32,841 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 31,387 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 30,074 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 30,048 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 28,535 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 27,015 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 26,667 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 28,144 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 25,532 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 23,214 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 23,212 miles

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

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions all four (4.1.D.1f)

advise both front tyres slight cracking in sidewalls

Pass 27 Feb 2015 20,535 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 20,340 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 19,739 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front exhaust section deteriorated

front wiper smearing slightly

Pass 15 Sep 2010 19,537 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 18,931 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 18,500 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 18,014 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 17,609 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 17,204 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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D9 EXL is a 1987 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D9 EXL, 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 D9 EXL?

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What year was D9 EXL registered?

D9 EXL is a 1987 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 3 August 1987.

Is D9 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D9 EXL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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