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C681 MDS

1986 Lotus Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,080 mi
Last recorded7,080 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2009
Typical for 1986 Lotus Excel53,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC681 MDS
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2009 7,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 2,360 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 99,741 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2006 92,963 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 90,089 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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C681 MDS is a 1986 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 53,530 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 C681 MDS, 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 40 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C681 MDS registered?

C681 MDS is a 1986 Lotus Excel, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C681 MDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C681 MDS shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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