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G71 XNR

1990 Lotus Excel

Gold Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

88,240 mi
Last recorded88,240 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1990 Lotus Excel69,975 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG71 XNR
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1990
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 88,240 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 20 May 2013 88,240 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 87,537 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 85,809 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 80,487 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 75,077 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 75,077 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 74,971 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 74,967 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 74,887 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 74,867 miles

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

Front Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt affected by a cracked seat frame (5.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)

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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G71 XNR is a 1990 Lotus Excel in Gold with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1990 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 69,975 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 G71 XNR, 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 36 years old, this Lotus Excel is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G71 XNR registered?

G71 XNR is a 1990 Lotus Excel, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G71 XNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G71 XNR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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