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D84 AFL

1987 Lotus Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,166 mi
Last recorded85,166 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2019
Typical for 1987 Lotus Excel58,510 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD84 AFL
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2019 85,166 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear back section (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 83,808 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 83,612 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 81,826 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2014 81,324 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2013 80,262 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 77,663 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 76,588 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 76,587 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 76,249 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 75,813 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 75,768 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 75,251 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 74,428 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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D84 AFL is a 1987 Lotus Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1987 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 58,510 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 D84 AFL, 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 39 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D84 AFL registered?

D84 AFL is a 1987 Lotus Excel, first registered on 3 February 1987.

Is D84 AFL safe to buy?

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