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OIL 4395

1985 Lotus Excel

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

84,465 mi
Last recorded84,465 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1985 Lotus Excel59,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIL 4395
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 84,465 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 84,465 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 84,323 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 84,323 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 84,147 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2014 84,147 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2013 84,007 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 84,007 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 May 2012 83,612 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 83,544 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 83,544 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 May 2009 83,111 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 82,360 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 81,552 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 80,505 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 79,305 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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OIL 4395 is a 1985 Lotus Excel in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1985 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 59,916 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 OIL 4395, 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 41 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OIL 4395 registered?

OIL 4395 is a 1985 Lotus Excel, first registered on 26 November 1985.

Is OIL 4395 safe to buy?

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