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SBF8222T

1988 Lotus Excel

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,988 mi
Last recorded24,988 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 1988 Lotus Excel56,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBF8222T
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 24,988 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 24,988 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 24,985 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 24,985 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front antiroll bar bushes starting to perish

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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SBF8222T is a 1988 Lotus Excel in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 SBF8222T, 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 SBF8222T?

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What year was SBF8222T registered?

SBF8222T is a 1988 Lotus Excel, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is SBF8222T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBF8222T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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