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A11 CTK

1985 Lotus Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,792 mi
Last recorded79,792 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1985 Lotus Excel59,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 CTK
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 79,792 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 79,792 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 May 2014 79,784 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 May 2014 79,784 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 May 2014 79,775 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2013 77,278 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

brake pipes corroded

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 18 May 2013 77,278 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

brake pipes corroded

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2008 76,599 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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A11 CTK is a 1985 Lotus Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 59,916 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 Excel fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A11 CTK, 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 41 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A11 CTK registered?

A11 CTK is a 1985 Lotus Excel, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is A11 CTK safe to buy?

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