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G303 NRR

1989 Lotus Excel

Blue Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,502 mi
Last recorded92,502 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2006
Typical for 1989 Lotus Excel61,805 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG303 NRR
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2006 92,502 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 92,502 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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G303 NRR is a 1989 Lotus Excel in Blue with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G303 NRR, 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.

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What year was G303 NRR registered?

G303 NRR is a 1989 Lotus Excel, first registered on 11 August 1989.

Is G303 NRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G303 NRR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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