What year Lotus Eclat is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1987 Lotus Eclat has the highest pass rate at 46.4%, out of 110 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Lotus Eclat MOT failures?

The most common Lotus Eclat MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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734 vehicles · MOT data 1982–1987 · first-test pass rates

Best pass rate year

1987

46.4% first-test pass rate · 110 vehicles

Lowest pass rate year

1983

26.1% first-test pass rate · 145 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1987	46.4%	58,453 mi	110
1986	40.3%	71,308 mi	109
1985	37.4%	72,582 mi	130
1984	33.9%	68,318 mi	140
1983	26.1%	61,439 mi	145
1982	28.6%	65,382 mi	100

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