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VBF 967S

1977 Lomax 223

Green Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,323 mi
Last recorded76,323 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBF 967S
MakeLomax
Model223
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 76,323 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 76,107 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 75,971 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 75,751 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 75,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 75,382 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 74,529 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 74,441 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 74,077 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 73,607 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 72,902 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 72,243 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 71,935 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 29 Sep 2006 71,935 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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VBF 967S is a 1977 Lomax 223 in Green with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VBF 967S, 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 49 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 VBF 967S registered?

VBF 967S is a 1977 Lomax 223, first registered on 5 August 1977.

Is VBF 967S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBF 967S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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