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EXI 886

1986 Lotus Eclat

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

79,170 mi
Last recorded79,170 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Lotus Eclat73,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXI 886
MakeLotus
ModelEclat
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 79,170 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Slightly Insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 79,030 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 78,731 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

rear shocks have surface rust

Fail 9 Jun 2023 78,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Surface corrosion to rear shocks and springs

Pass 15 Jun 2022 78,436 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 78,179 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 78,136 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 77,909 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 77,052 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 74,216 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 73,426 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 73,426 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp main beam (1.7.5c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split and o/s/f (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 72,764 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 72,479 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 72,090 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 72,077 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 70,388 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 70,268 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 69,864 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 69,599 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 69,049 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 68,868 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 68,401 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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EXI 886 is a 1986 Lotus Eclat in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 EXI 886, 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

How do I check the history of EXI 886?

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What year was EXI 886 registered?

EXI 886 is a 1986 Lotus Eclat, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is EXI 886 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXI 886 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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