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XOL 508T

1978 Lomax 223

Maroon Petrol 602cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

97,287 mi
Last recorded97,287 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Lomax 22366,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOL 508T
MakeLomax
Model223
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine602cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 97,287 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 97,120 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 96,843 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 96,476 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 96,203 miles

HOLE AND SPLIT IN O/S/F CHASSIS LEG

REAR WHEELBEARING SLIGHTLY NOISEY AND PLAY

Pass 27 Jun 2011 95,896 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 95,890 miles

Nearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 95,764 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 95,575 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 95,391 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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XOL 508T is a 1978 Lomax 223 in Maroon with a 602cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1978 Lomax 223 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 66,946 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XOL 508T, 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 48 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 XOL 508T?

You can check the full history of XOL 508T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XOL 508T registered?

XOL 508T is a 1978 Lomax 223, first registered on 5 December 1978.

Is XOL 508T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOL 508T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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