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E810 HJF

1988 Lotus Excel

Yellow Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

59,071 mi
Last recorded59,071 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Lotus Excel56,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE810 HJF
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 59,071 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 58,640 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 57,623 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 57,000 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 57,000 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2020 56,575 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 56,167 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 54,991 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 53,725 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 52,178 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 50,151 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 48,665 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 47,626 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 46,278 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 44,536 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 43,265 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 41,111 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 41,103 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 39,532 miles

Nearside Inner Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2008 39,514 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 37,791 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 36,575 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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E810 HJF is a 1988 Lotus Excel in Yellow with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 E810 HJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E810 HJF?

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What year was E810 HJF registered?

E810 HJF is a 1988 Lotus Excel, first registered on 20 January 1988.

Is E810 HJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E810 HJF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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