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D538 OMA

1986 Lotus Excel

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,287 mi
Last recorded87,287 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 1986 Lotus Excel53,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD538 OMA
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 87,287 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 85,472 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2014 83,471 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 82,576 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2013 82,501 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2012 81,399 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 80,752 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 77,605 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 76,279 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 75,832 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 74,100 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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D538 OMA is a 1986 Lotus Excel in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D538 OMA, 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 D538 OMA registered?

D538 OMA is a 1986 Lotus Excel, first registered on 6 November 1986.

Is D538 OMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D538 OMA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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