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FUY 678S

1978 Lancia Beta

Blue Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,479 mi
Last recorded28,479 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 1978 Lancia Beta57,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUY 678S
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 28,479 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 28,196 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 28,196 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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FUY 678S is a 1978 Lancia Beta in Blue with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Lancia Beta models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 57,122 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 FUY 678S, 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 48 years old, this Lancia Beta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FUY 678S?

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What year was FUY 678S registered?

FUY 678S is a 1978 Lancia Beta, first registered on 6 May 1978.

Is FUY 678S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUY 678S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FUY 678S have outstanding finance?

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