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J435 DAP

1992 Lotus Excel

Green Petrol 2174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,360 mi
Last recorded4,360 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2006
Typical for 1992 Lotus Excel61,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ435 DAP
MakeLotus
ModelExcel
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,174cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2006 4,360 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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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J435 DAP is a 1992 Lotus Excel in Green with a 2,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J435 DAP, 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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What year was J435 DAP registered?

J435 DAP is a 1992 Lotus Excel, first registered on 15 May 1992.

Is J435 DAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J435 DAP shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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