Lotus Eclat MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lotus Eclat. Check any Eclat by registration number below.

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86.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.0%

vs Lotus Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Lotus Eclat — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lotus Eclat has an average MOT pass rate of 86.5%, which is 3.0 percentage points below the Lotus brand average of 89.5%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Eclat is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Lotus Eclat, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Lotus Eclat performs at MOT across different model years.

1991

Based on 40 vehicles

75.0%Good

Lotus average: 89.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

28.1%

1990

Based on 56 vehicles

87.5%Excellent

Lotus average: 89.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.3%

1989

Based on 78 vehicles

83.3%Good

Lotus average: 89.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

12.5%

1988

Based on 66 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

Lotus average: 89.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

5.9%

1987

Based on 80 vehicles

87.5%Excellent

Lotus average: 89.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

12.9%

1986

Based on 63 vehicles

82.5%Good

Lotus average: 89.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.0%

1985

Based on 57 vehicles

96.5%Excellent

Lotus average: 89.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1984

Based on 51 vehicles

90.2%Excellent

Lotus average: 89.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.9%

0

Based on 168 vehicles

85.1%Excellent

Lotus average: 89.5%

Mileage at 5yr

55k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Nearside

7.5%

Offside

5.0%

Other Lotus Models

Compare MOT reliability across Lotus models.

Lotus Elise

93.1% pass rate

Lotus Evora

92.8% pass rate

Lotus Evora S

89.3% pass rate

Lotus Elan +2

89.5% pass rate

Lotus Esprit

88.7% pass rate

Lotus Exige

94.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Lotus Eclat

Lotus Eclat — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lotus Eclat MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lotus Eclat?

The average MOT pass rate for the Lotus Eclat is 86.5% compared to the Lotus average of 89.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Lotus Eclat?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Lotus Eclat reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 86.5%, the Lotus Eclat is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Lotus Eclat?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Lotus Eclat?

Typical mileage for the Lotus Eclat: 55,263 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Eclat to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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