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J684 JKO

1991 Lotus Excel

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,552 mi
Last recorded45,552 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 1991 Lotus Excel58,307 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ684 JKO
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 45,552 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 45,509 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 45,237 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 45,009 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 45,004 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2008 44,816 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2008 44,811 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 44,491 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 43,639 miles

front brake pads worn

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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J684 JKO is a 1991 Lotus Excel in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1991 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 58,307 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J684 JKO, 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 35 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J684 JKO registered?

J684 JKO is a 1991 Lotus Excel, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J684 JKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J684 JKO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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