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G601 NNG

1989 Lotus Excel

Red Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

1,582 mi
Last recorded1,582 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1989 Lotus Excel61,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG601 NNG
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 1,582 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 1,330 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 1,330 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 914 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 913 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported x 4 rubbers split (7.1.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 627 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 307 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 99,894 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 99,894 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 2 Feb 2012 99,284 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 99,284 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 98,792 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 98,249 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 98,249 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 97,653 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 96,862 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 96,854 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 96,849 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 96,477 miles

Outer Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2005 96,254 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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G601 NNG is a 1989 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 G601 NNG, 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 G601 NNG registered?

G601 NNG is a 1989 Lotus Excel, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G601 NNG safe to buy?

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