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LEP 155X

1981 Lancia Beta

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

78,334 mi
Last recorded78,334 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Lancia Beta60,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEP 155X
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 78,334 miles

O/s rear wheel bearing noise at limit,handbrake cables deteriorated and n/s effort low

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

Fail 11 Nov 2021 78,333 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

O/s rear wheel bearing noise at limit,handbrake cables deteriorated and n/s effort low

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 76,481 miles

o/s hand brake low effort and caliper arm forward, minor oil leaks

Pass 13 May 2019 74,439 miles

underside had under sealing to body and components

Fail 10 May 2019 74,437 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp dim and inop with brake lights on (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

underside had under sealing to body and components

Pass 19 Apr 2018 73,013 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 71,922 miles

oil leak, rear lights earth fault/bleed

Fail 25 Apr 2017 71,921 miles

Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

oil leak, rear lights earth fault/bleed

Pass 29 Apr 2016 70,971 miles

n/s outer c.v.boot loose, n/s rear wheel bearing play

Fail 11 Apr 2014 69,262 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

extensive undersealing to body, brake and suspension components.

washers poor aim. seat frames loose, oil leak, tyre valve steps det, nsr bearing v minor play, os bottom ball joint boot split but sealing, front brake minor bind,

Pass 11 Apr 2014 69,262 miles

extensive undersealing to body, brake and suspension components.

washers poor aim. seat frames loose, oil leak, tyre valve steps det, nsr bearing v minor play, os bottom ball joint boot split but sealing, front brake minor bind,

Pass 10 May 2013 68,378 miles

o/s mirror cracked, exhaust mount loose, oil leak, n/s rear wheel bearing play, c.v.boots clips missing

Fail 3 May 2013 68,378 miles

Centre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s mirror cracked, exhaust mount loose, oil leak, n/s rear wheel bearing play, c.v.boots clips missing

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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LEP 155X is a 1981 Lancia Beta in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1981 Lancia Beta models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 60,984 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 LEP 155X, 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 45 years old, this Lancia Beta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LEP 155X registered?

LEP 155X is a 1981 Lancia Beta, first registered on 18 November 1981.

Is LEP 155X safe to buy?

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