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A999 MAH

1984 Lotus Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,696 mi
Last recorded82,696 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1984 Lotus Excel59,508 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA999 MAH
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 82,696 miles

reverse lights inoperative

very slight oil leak around sump plug

Fail 29 May 2025 82,696 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

reverse lights inoperative

very slight oil leak around sump plug

Pass 1 Jun 2024 80,254 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2024 80,254 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 80,205 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 79,741 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 79,547 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 79,113 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 79,110 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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A999 MAH is a 1984 Lotus Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 A999 MAH, 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 A999 MAH registered?

A999 MAH is a 1984 Lotus Excel, first registered on 11 May 1984.

Is A999 MAH safe to buy?

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