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A870 UBX

1984 Lotus Excel

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,899 mi
Last recorded49,899 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1984 Lotus Excel59,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA870 UBX
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 49,899 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 49,462 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 49,462 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust condition (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Track rod end loose lock nuts insecure both sides (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear exhaust rubber mounts weak

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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A870 UBX is a 1984 Lotus Excel in Silver 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 A870 UBX, 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 A870 UBX registered?

A870 UBX is a 1984 Lotus Excel, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A870 UBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A870 UBX 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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