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21,636 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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low reading on hand brake
Front wiper blade is smeary
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel
Rear service brake application and release is slightly uneven, offside rear has the lower value
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Front wiper blade is smeary
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel
Rear service brake application and release is slightly uneven, offside rear has the lower value
Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
Rear service brake application is slightly uneven
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Rear service brake application is slightly uneven
Exhaust system corroding.
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
How Reliable is the Lotus Excel?
Based on 5,018 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.
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J29 EXL is a 1992 Lotus Excel in Red with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.
Across all 1992 Lotus Excel models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 61,176 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 J29 EXL, 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 34 years old, this Lotus Excel is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of J29 EXL?
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What year was J29 EXL registered?
J29 EXL is a 1992 Lotus Excel, first registered on 26 June 1992.
Is J29 EXL safe to buy?
The MOT history for J29 EXL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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