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B594 RNB

1984 Lotus Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,332 mi
Last recorded4,332 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2007
Typical for 1984 Lotus Excel59,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB594 RNB
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2007 4,332 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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B594 RNB is a 1984 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B594 RNB, 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 B594 RNB registered?

B594 RNB is a 1984 Lotus Excel, first registered on 4 September 1984.

Is B594 RNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B594 RNB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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