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A390 DPC

1983 Lotus Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

67,346 mi
Last recorded67,346 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2005
Typical for 1983 Lotus Excel60,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA390 DPC
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2005 67,346 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2005 67,346 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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A390 DPC is a 1983 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 60,476 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 A390 DPC, 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 43 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A390 DPC registered?

A390 DPC is a 1983 Lotus Excel, first registered on 3 August 1983.

Is A390 DPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A390 DPC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A390 DPC have outstanding finance?

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