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A84 FRC

1983 Lotus Excel

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,303 mi
Last recorded16,303 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 1983 Lotus Excel60,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA84 FRC
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 16,303 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 16,303 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement binding (3.5.1k)

Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 15,972 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 15,636 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 15,636 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 15,584 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 15,379 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 14,747 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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A84 FRC is a 1983 Lotus Excel in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 A84 FRC, 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.

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What year was A84 FRC registered?

A84 FRC is a 1983 Lotus Excel, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A84 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A84 FRC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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