Lotus Eclat
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 85 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
82%
Total Tests
85
Model Years
1990 to 1991
Years Covered
2
About the Lotus Eclat
The Lotus Eclat was MOT tested 85 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (1990 to 1991), with an average pass rate of 82%. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 45,396 miles, while the newest (1991) averages 36,745 miles.
Compared to the Lotus brand average of 90%, the Eclat is 8 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Lotus models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Lotus Eclat by Year
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Questions about the Lotus Eclat
Is the Lotus Eclat reliable?
Across its 2 model years in our data (1990 to 1991), the Lotus Eclat averages an 82% MOT pass rate, from 85 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's level with the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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