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LCP 456T

1978 Lancia Beta

Beige Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,184 mi
Last recorded19,184 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 Lancia Beta57,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCP 456T
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 19,184 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 18,516 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 18,265 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 18,016 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 17,491 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 16,812 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 16,518 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 16,518 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2015 16,253 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 15,690 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 15,690 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 15,662 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 15,654 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 15,226 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 15,141 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 14,531 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 13,812 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 14 May 2007 138,125 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 13,064 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 13,064 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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LCP 456T is a 1978 Lancia Beta in Beige with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LCP 456T, 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

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What year was LCP 456T registered?

LCP 456T is a 1978 Lancia Beta, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is LCP 456T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCP 456T shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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