CarVerify

Free Car Check

D853 TFC

1987 Lotus Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,837 mi
Last recorded78,837 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 1987 Lotus Excel58,510 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD853 TFC
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
View full Lotus Excel reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2013 78,837 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 78,095 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 77,533 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 76,840 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 76,569 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 76,148 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 74,609 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 73,022 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
Full Lotus Excel reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D853 TFC is a 1987 Lotus Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 D853 TFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D853 TFC?

You can check the full history of D853 TFC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D853 TFC registered?

D853 TFC is a 1987 Lotus Excel, first registered on 22 April 1987.

Is D853 TFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D853 TFC shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D853 TFC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D853 TFC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.