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F756 BNG

1989 Lotus Excel

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,092 mi
Last recorded30,092 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 1989 Lotus Excel61,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF756 BNG
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2015 30,092 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 30,092 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 29,404 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 29,020 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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F756 BNG is a 1989 Lotus Excel in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 61,805 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F756 BNG, 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 37 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 F756 BNG registered?

F756 BNG is a 1989 Lotus Excel, first registered on 13 April 1989.

Is F756 BNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F756 BNG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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