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D882 FYK

1987 Lotus Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,373 mi
Last recorded77,373 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2015
Typical for 1987 Lotus Excel58,510 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD882 FYK
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2015 77,373 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 76,883 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 75,483 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 74,257 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 73,147 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2010 71,193 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 69,625 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 68,123 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 67,302 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 66,267 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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D882 FYK is a 1987 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 58,510 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 D882 FYK, 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 39 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D882 FYK registered?

D882 FYK is a 1987 Lotus Excel, first registered on 2 February 1987.

Is D882 FYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D882 FYK shows 10 tests 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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