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A5 HSS

1990 Lotus Excel

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,350 mi
Last recorded87,350 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2007
Typical for 1990 Lotus Excel69,975 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 HSS
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2007 87,350 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2007 87,350 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 17,217 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 86,675 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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A5 HSS is a 1990 Lotus Excel in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 69,975 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 A5 HSS, 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 36 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A5 HSS registered?

A5 HSS is a 1990 Lotus Excel, first registered on 1 May 1990.

Is A5 HSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 HSS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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