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MAL 552W

1981 Lancia Beta

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

42,069 mi
Last recorded42,069 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Lancia Beta60,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAL 552W
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 42,069 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 41,806 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 41,484 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 41,380 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 40,703 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 40,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

wiper self park inop

Fail 9 Sep 2013 40,514 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

wiper self park inop

Pass 18 Sep 2012 40,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

wiper self park inop

Fail 12 Sep 2012 40,001 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

wiper self park inop

Pass 23 Aug 2011 39,475 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 39,124 miles

wipers not self parking

Fail 16 Aug 2010 39,116 miles

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

Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

noise at o/s/r wheel

wiper self park inop

Pass 17 Jul 2009 38,906 miles

Front exhaust striking subframe

Fail 17 Jul 2009 38,906 miles

Front exhaust striking subframe

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 38,785 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 38,785 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 38,443 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 38,318 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

wiper motor self park inop

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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MAL 552W is a 1981 Lancia Beta in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 MAL 552W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MAL 552W registered?

MAL 552W is a 1981 Lancia Beta, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is MAL 552W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAL 552W shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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