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PVO 971X

1981 Lancia Beta

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

60,571 mi
Last recorded60,571 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1981 Lancia Beta60,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVO 971X
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 60,571 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 60,142 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 59,411 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 59,087 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 58,515 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 57,840 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 57,840 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 57,335 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 56,863 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 56,661 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 56,174 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 54,867 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 54,862 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 53,928 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 53,181 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 52,426 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 51,045 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 49,947 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2005 49,126 miles

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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PVO 971X is a 1981 Lancia Beta in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 PVO 971X, 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

How do I check the history of PVO 971X?

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What year was PVO 971X registered?

PVO 971X is a 1981 Lancia Beta, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is PVO 971X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVO 971X shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVO 971X have outstanding finance?

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