MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
4,507 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
both headlamp beams poor
offside front spring rusted
brake pipes rusty
headlamp beam images poor
rear brake discs slightly pitted
rear tyres worn on edges
slight exhaust blow
slight play from front wheel bearings
Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
oil leak
How Reliable is the Lotus Excel?
Based on 5,018 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D188 DFP is a 1986 Lotus Excel in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 D188 DFP, 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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How do I check the history of D188 DFP?
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What year was D188 DFP registered?
D188 DFP is a 1986 Lotus Excel, first registered on 21 August 1986.
Is D188 DFP safe to buy?
The MOT history for D188 DFP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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