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E471 HPF

1988 Lotus Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,091 mi
Last recorded99,091 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 1988 Lotus Excel56,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE471 HPF
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2009 99,091 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 99,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 99,028 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 98,233 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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E471 HPF is a 1988 Lotus Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 E471 HPF, 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 E471 HPF registered?

E471 HPF is a 1988 Lotus Excel, first registered on 30 March 1988.

Is E471 HPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E471 HPF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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