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B6 EXL

1985 Lotus Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,828 mi
Last recorded99,828 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2015
Typical for 1985 Lotus Excel59,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB6 EXL
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2015 99,828 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 99,767 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 99,620 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 99,392 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 99,067 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 98,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 98,147 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 97,688 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 97,070 miles

Diff is leaking oil onto exhaust.

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 96,105 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 96,068 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

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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B6 EXL is a 1985 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B6 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.

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What year was B6 EXL registered?

B6 EXL is a 1985 Lotus Excel, first registered on 12 March 1985.

Is B6 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B6 EXL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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