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C269 MRB

1985 Lomax 223

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

3,858 mi
Last recorded3,858 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC269 MRB
MakeLomax
Model223
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 3,858 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 3,618 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 3,292 miles

n/s/f wheel bearing slight routh

Pass 13 Feb 2019 2,229 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 2,002 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play slightly rough when rotated (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 1,972 miles

Rear slight noise

Pass 23 Sep 2015 1,946 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 1,905 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside front Headlamp loose

Pass 5 Apr 2013 1,834 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 1,810 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 1,582 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 1,478 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 1,478 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 1,297 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 1,241 miles

How Reliable is the Lomax 223?

Based on 905 MOT tests across 109 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
446
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
109
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 10
parking brake recording little or no effort 10
position lamp(s) not working 7
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 7
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
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C269 MRB is a 1985 Lomax 223 in Blue with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

The most common reason a Lomax 223 fails its MOT is axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C269 MRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lomax 223 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 41 years old, this Lomax 223 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C269 MRB registered?

C269 MRB is a 1985 Lomax 223, first registered on 9 August 1985.

Is C269 MRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C269 MRB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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