MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
75,138 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
nearside front tyre has a worn outer edge
How Reliable is the Lotus Excel?
Based on 5,018 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C139 CTR is a 1990 Lotus Excel in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1990 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 69,975 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 C139 CTR, 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 36 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 C139 CTR?
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What year was C139 CTR registered?
C139 CTR is a 1990 Lotus Excel, first registered on 8 October 1990.
Is C139 CTR safe to buy?
The MOT history for C139 CTR shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C139 CTR have outstanding finance?
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