MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,205 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
all brake pads about 50% worn
surface corrosion to all suspension
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
How Reliable is the Lotus Excel?
Based on 5,018 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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CLO 696Y is a 1983 Lotus Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1983 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 60,476 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 CLO 696Y, 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 43 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of CLO 696Y?
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What year was CLO 696Y registered?
CLO 696Y is a 1983 Lotus Excel, first registered on 11 April 1983.
Is CLO 696Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for CLO 696Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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