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G682 CLC

1989 Lotus Excel

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

63,609 mi
Last recorded63,609 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1989 Lotus Excel61,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG682 CLC
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 63,609 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 63,176 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 62,926 miles

Oil leak rear diff seals ()

Fail 6 Jun 2017 82,919 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded too hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded too hose (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak rear diff seals ()

Pass 4 Jun 2016 62,620 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 62,620 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported silencer (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 62,197 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 62,183 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 8 May 2014 61,962 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 61,808 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 61,800 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 May 2012 61,573 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 60,728 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 60,727 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2010 59,084 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 59,084 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

headlamp reflectors corroded

offside front brake slightly binding

Pass 2 May 2009 55,598 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 55,598 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 7 Oct 2008 55,589 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 55,392 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 54,881 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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G682 CLC is a 1989 Lotus Excel in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 G682 CLC, 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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G682 CLC is a 1989 Lotus Excel, first registered on 1 September 1989.

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