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E87 WHR

1987 Lotus Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,952 mi
Last recorded24,952 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Lotus Excel58,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE87 WHR
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 24,952 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2024 24,885 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 24,869 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 24,853 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 24,798 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 24,735 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 24,626 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 23,976 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 22,731 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 21,014 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 20,429 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

fuel cap sealing washer slightly detereorated

Fail 15 Apr 2011 20,414 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

fuel cap sealing washer detiorated

passenger door hinge insecure

Pass 19 Sep 2005 20,394 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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E87 WHR is a 1987 Lotus Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 E87 WHR, 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 E87 WHR registered?

E87 WHR is a 1987 Lotus Excel, first registered on 8 September 1987.

Is E87 WHR safe to buy?

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