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Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
O/S/F TYRE PERISHED
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
N/S/F WHEEL BEARING IS SLIGHTLY NOISEY
Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
How Reliable is the Lotus Excel?
Based on 5,018 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BVF 275Y is a 1982 Lotus Excel in Yellow with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 BVF 275Y, 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 44 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 BVF 275Y?
You can check the full history of BVF 275Y by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was BVF 275Y registered?
BVF 275Y is a 1982 Lotus Excel, first registered on 23 November 1982.
Is BVF 275Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for BVF 275Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BVF 275Y have outstanding finance?
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