MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,184 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front discs corroded
offside front foglamp not working
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
front discs corroded
offside front foglamp not working
Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Lotus Excel?
Based on 5,018 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E270 EJU is a 1988 Lotus Excel in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 1988 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,451 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 E270 EJU, 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 38 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was E270 EJU registered?
E270 EJU is a 1988 Lotus Excel, first registered on 13 June 1988.
Is E270 EJU safe to buy?
The MOT history for E270 EJU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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