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E869 FPM

1987 Lotus Excel

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,823 mi
Last recorded60,823 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Lotus Excel58,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE869 FPM
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 60,823 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2026 60,823 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 60,619 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 58,577 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 55,538 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 52,402 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 49,735 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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E869 FPM is a 1987 Lotus Excel in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E869 FPM, 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 E869 FPM registered?

E869 FPM is a 1987 Lotus Excel, first registered on 24 December 1987.

Is E869 FPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E869 FPM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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