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G994 ARV

1989 Lotus Excel

Silver Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,960 mi
Last recorded35,960 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2011
Typical for 1989 Lotus Excel61,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG994 ARV
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2011 35,960 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 35,640 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 35,231 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 34,862 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 34,446 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 33,578 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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G994 ARV is a 1989 Lotus Excel in Silver with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G994 ARV, 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 G994 ARV registered?

G994 ARV is a 1989 Lotus Excel, first registered on 23 October 1989.

Is G994 ARV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G994 ARV shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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