MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
195,528 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
How Reliable is the Lotus Eclat Excel?
Based on 1,344 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F126 MLD is a 1988 Lotus Eclat Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1988 Lotus Eclat Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 42,652 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 F126 MLD, 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 38 years old, this Lotus Eclat Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of F126 MLD?
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What year was F126 MLD registered?
F126 MLD is a 1988 Lotus Eclat Excel, first registered on 8 August 1988.
Is F126 MLD safe to buy?
The MOT history for F126 MLD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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