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DHW 618W

1980 Lomax 223

Red Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,224 mi
Last recorded53,224 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Lomax 22328,505 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHW 618W
MakeLomax
Model223
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 53,224 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 51,262 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 50,568 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 50,322 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 50,009 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 50,006 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 49,274 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 48,955 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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DHW 618W is a 1980 Lomax 223 in Red with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1980 Lomax 223 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 28,505 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 DHW 618W, 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 46 years old, this Lomax 223 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DHW 618W?

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What year was DHW 618W registered?

DHW 618W is a 1980 Lomax 223, first registered on 3 November 1980.

Is DHW 618W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHW 618W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHW 618W have outstanding finance?

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