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J556 EAH

1992 Lotus Eclat Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,042 mi
Last recorded30,042 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ556 EAH
MakeLotus
ModelEclat Excel
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 30,042 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 24,683 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 21,069 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Dec 2023 21,069 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 21,063 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central connecting pipe flange joint (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage area around power steering pump (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 21,048 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak measured emissions results unobtainable due to major leak of exhaust gases (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases central connecting pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases central connecting pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage area around power steering pump (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2006 21,035 miles

surface rust on several steering and suspension parts

How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat Excel?

Based on 1,344 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 48
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 30
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
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J556 EAH is a 1992 Lotus Eclat Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Lotus Eclat Excel fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J556 EAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Eclat Excel typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 34 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J556 EAH is a 1992 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 18 February 1992.

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