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H714 JRJ

1990 Lotus Excel

Black Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,614 mi
Last recorded56,614 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2020
Typical for 1990 Lotus Excel69,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH714 JRJ
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2020 56,614 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 55,650 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 54,850 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 53,557 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 52,370 miles

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

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Nov 2005 49,321 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 49,310 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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H714 JRJ is a 1990 Lotus Excel in Black with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 H714 JRJ, 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 H714 JRJ registered?

H714 JRJ is a 1990 Lotus Excel, first registered on 30 August 1990.

Is H714 JRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H714 JRJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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