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F550 USX

1988 Lotus Excel

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,221 mi
Last recorded29,221 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2013
Typical for 1988 Lotus Excel56,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF550 USX
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2013 29,221 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 28,944 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 28,308 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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F550 USX is a 1988 Lotus Excel in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,451 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 F550 USX, 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 38 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F550 USX registered?

F550 USX is a 1988 Lotus Excel, first registered on 11 November 1988.

Is F550 USX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F550 USX shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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