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LAU 442W

1980 Lancia Beta

Yellow Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,829 mi
Last recorded78,829 miles
Recorded on10 May 2006
Typical for 1980 Lancia Beta55,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAU 442W
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2006 78,829 miles

Extensive welding has been carried out in the past on the underside and been undersealed. here are several areas which will require further repair/strengtening in the forseable future †

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

near side rear brake caliper only just servicable and will need further attn/refurbishment in the future

Fail 28 Apr 2006 78,829 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

extensive welding has been carried out in past on the underside and has been undesealed. There are areas which will inevetabully require further attention in forseable future

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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LAU 442W is a 1980 Lancia Beta in Yellow with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Lancia Beta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 55,115 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 LAU 442W, 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 46 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 LAU 442W?

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What year was LAU 442W registered?

LAU 442W is a 1980 Lancia Beta, first registered on 22 November 1980.

Is LAU 442W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAU 442W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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