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VEA 64X

1981 Lomax 223

Blue Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,413 mi
Last recorded8,413 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEA 64X
MakeLomax
Model223
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2008 8,413 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 8,321 miles

Front Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 8,280 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 8,280 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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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VEA 64X is a 1981 Lomax 223 in Blue 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 VEA 64X, 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 45 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 VEA 64X?

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What year was VEA 64X registered?

VEA 64X is a 1981 Lomax 223, first registered on 18 August 1981.

Is VEA 64X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEA 64X 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 VEA 64X have outstanding finance?

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