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TPB 609M

1973 Lancia Beta

Red Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,257 mi
Last recorded36,257 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPB 609M
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 36,257 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 36,257 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

wiper speed slightly slow

Pass 17 Nov 2017 36,223 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Nov 2015 36,205 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 36,171 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 19 Aug 2014 36,133 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 35,578 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 33,859 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

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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TPB 609M is a 1973 Lancia Beta in Red with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TPB 609M, 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 53 years old, this Lancia Beta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TPB 609M registered?

TPB 609M is a 1973 Lancia Beta, first registered on 29 August 1973.

Is TPB 609M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPB 609M shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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