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E67 ELN

1987 Lotus Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,857 mi
Last recorded89,857 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 Lotus Excel58,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE67 ELN
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 89,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 89,033 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 88,274 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 87,478 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 86,795 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 86,372 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 86,372 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 86,108 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 85,362 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 83,400 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 46,389 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 43,565 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 40,005 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 37,038 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 33,497 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 28,732 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 24,609 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 20,221 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 10 Dec 2009 20,221 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 18,201 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 11,292 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 1,845 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 98,648 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2005 98,468 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

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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E67 ELN is a 1987 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E67 ELN, 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 E67 ELN registered?

E67 ELN is a 1987 Lotus Excel, first registered on 13 November 1987.

Is E67 ELN safe to buy?

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