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C913 FGT

1985 Lancia Beta

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

90,078 mi
Last recorded90,078 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2024
Typical for 1985 Lancia Beta59,808 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC913 FGT
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Fail 19 Jan 2024 90,078 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner arch adjacent to strut tower (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point/ outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch adjacent to strut tower (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced windscreen/ A pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 89,481 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 88,303 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Dec 2021 88,283 miles

Nearside Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit under bonnet, wiring loom rubbing on steering gear (4.11 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength on front panel, chalk marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength on vehicle floor area, chalk marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under vehicle, chalk marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on full lock, rubbing on bodyshell (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near inner sill, chalk marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Nov 2021 88,200 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

this car has had multiple repairs and covered in under seal

Pass 27 Nov 2020 87,749 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 86,525 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 86,521 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength central (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 85,572 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2017 84,562 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front floor/ foot well area corroded

Pass 13 May 2016 82,604 miles

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 May 2016 82,599 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 80,864 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 1,216 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 75,381 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 75,344 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside front brake binding slightly

Fail 19 Jul 2008 75,316 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

no brake test carried out cause of front brake pipes

Fail 23 Feb 2008 75,267 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2007 72,009 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 71,915 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Lancia Beta?

Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 482 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
446
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
482
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 184
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 143
brake binding 140
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 121
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C913 FGT is a 1985 Lancia Beta in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

Across all 1985 Lancia Beta models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 59,808 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 Lancia Beta fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C913 FGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lancia Beta typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 41 years old, this Lancia Beta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C913 FGT is a 1985 Lancia Beta, first registered on 1 August 1985.

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