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D938 CHG

1986 Lotus Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

60,195 mi
Last recorded60,195 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2024
Typical for 1986 Lotus Excel53,530 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD938 CHG
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2024 60,195 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 60,182 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 60,173 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 60,164 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 60,148 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 60,111 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 60,008 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 59,950 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 59,907 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 59,900 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 59,900 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 59,880 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 59,836 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 59,796 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 59,739 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 59,729 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 59,729 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 59,693 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 59,648 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 59,567 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 59,452 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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D938 CHG is a 1986 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 D938 CHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D938 CHG registered?

D938 CHG is a 1986 Lotus Excel, first registered on 7 November 1986.

Is D938 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D938 CHG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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