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167 HPO

1988 Lotus Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,316 mi
Last recorded87,316 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Lotus Excel56,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration167 HPO
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 87,316 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2025 86,812 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 85,162 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 83,453 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 83,453 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front passenger door catch insecure handle insecure outside (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2007 82,709 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Excel?

Based on 5,018 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
606
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
458
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 218
Brake pipe excessively corroded 128
brake binding 126
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 118
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 113
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167 HPO is a 1988 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,451 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Excel fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 167 HPO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Excel typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 38 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 167 HPO?

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What year was 167 HPO registered?

167 HPO is a 1988 Lotus Excel, first registered on 28 January 1988.

Is 167 HPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 167 HPO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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