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H988 EBW

1990 Lotus Excel

White Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,151 mi
Last recorded47,151 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2007
Typical for 1990 Lotus Excel69,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH988 EBW
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Dec 2007 47,151 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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H988 EBW is a 1990 Lotus Excel in White with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 H988 EBW, 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 H988 EBW registered?

H988 EBW is a 1990 Lotus Excel, first registered on 29 August 1990.

Is H988 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H988 EBW shows 1 test 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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