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B25 EXL

1985 Lotus Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,942 mi
Last recorded76,942 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1985 Lotus Excel59,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB25 EXL
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2026 76,942 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 76,610 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 76,514 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 76,168 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 75,847 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 75,558 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 74,855 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 72,490 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 71,164 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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B25 EXL is a 1985 Lotus Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 59,916 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 B25 EXL, 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 41 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B25 EXL?

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What year was B25 EXL registered?

B25 EXL is a 1985 Lotus Excel, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B25 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B25 EXL shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B25 EXL have outstanding finance?

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