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PUF 811M

1974 Lomax 223

Maroon Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,822 mi
Last recorded81,822 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUF 811M
MakeLomax
Model223
Year1974
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2007 81,822 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 81,734 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 81,726 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2005 81,429 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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PUF 811M is a 1974 Lomax 223 in Maroon with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PUF 811M, 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 52 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 PUF 811M?

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What year was PUF 811M registered?

PUF 811M is a 1974 Lomax 223, first registered on 17 May 1974.

Is PUF 811M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUF 811M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PUF 811M have outstanding finance?

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