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GAZ 9071

1987 Lotus Excel

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,101 mi
Last recorded27,101 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1987 Lotus Excel58,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAZ 9071
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 27,101 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 27,044 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 27,044 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2018 26,954 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 26,779 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 26,577 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 26,338 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 26,160 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 May 2014 26,160 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 25,829 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 25,529 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 25,282 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 25,282 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 May 2010 25,048 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 24,832 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 23,881 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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GAZ 9071 is a 1987 Lotus Excel in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GAZ 9071, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAZ 9071 registered?

GAZ 9071 is a 1987 Lotus Excel, first registered on 18 May 1987.

Is GAZ 9071 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAZ 9071 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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