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C112 RFP

1985 Lotus Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,994 mi
Last recorded48,994 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1985 Lotus Excel59,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC112 RFP
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 48,994 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 48,979 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 48,743 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front hub top upper ball joint dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Front pipes corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear shock absorbers outer casing corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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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C112 RFP is a 1985 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 C112 RFP, 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 C112 RFP registered?

C112 RFP is a 1985 Lotus Excel, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C112 RFP safe to buy?

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