1984 LOMAX 2240.6L Petrol

The Lomax 224 presents a currently roadworthy status, having passed the most recent MOT on 10 March 2023 at 8,567 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, with no recurring advisories or mechanical faults flagged by testers. The vehicle cleared its final test cleanly after a prior failure on 28 February 2023 at the same mileage, where the tester logged no specific defects. Recorded mileage shows extremely light use for a 42-year-old vehicle. The odometer read 7,867 miles on 22 February 2022, rising to just 8,567 miles by February and March 2023, an annual accumulation of roughly 204 miles. Such low figures suggest long periods of standing rather than regular road use. The MOT data is sparse and clean, with only two failure entries that carry no recorded defects, implying administrative or presentation issues at test rather than mechanical rejection. A buyer should still inspect the vehicle in person for age-related degradation not captured by the MOT. Prolonged storage commonly accelerates perishing of rubber suspension bushes, brake caliper seals, and tyre sidewalls on a kit-built 1984 chassis. The absence of corrosion or structural advisories in the record does not preclude hidden rust in the spaceframe or outriggers. Given the twin failures with no defects listed, verify the VIN and DVSA test logs match the physical car. Check brake discs for pitting from disuse and confirm the exhaust emissions remain within limits on a warm engine. The clean recent pass supports a sound purchase, but static storage wear warrants a hands-on inspection before commitment.