MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
71,070 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
steering rack gaitors perishing.os & ns front top ball joints grease boots perishing.
Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
suspension coil springs corroded
How Reliable is the Lotus Excel?
Based on 5,018 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A381 KPW is a 1984 Lotus Excel in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1984 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 59,508 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 A381 KPW, 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 42 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was A381 KPW registered?
A381 KPW is a 1984 Lotus Excel, first registered on 12 January 1984.
Is A381 KPW safe to buy?
The MOT history for A381 KPW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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