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XLP 670S

1978 Lancia Beta

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

99,096 mi
Last recorded99,096 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 1978 Lancia Beta57,122 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLP 670S
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 99,096 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 99,094 miles

Floor excessively deteriorated Corrosion (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2016 98,793 miles

all four tyres starting to crack

Fail 19 Jul 2016 98,861 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

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

all tyres cracking

Pass 1 Aug 2012 98,382 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 98,377 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 97,588 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 97,548 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

O/S/F brake slightly binding

Pass 30 Sep 2006 96,700 miles

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

brakes covered in surface rust

front pannel in poor condition

nearside rear inner wing in poor condition and starting to corrode

offside rear inner and outer sills in poor condition and starting to corrode

vehicle has been stood for some time resulting in floor pan etc underseal peeling exposing rusty areas

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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XLP 670S is a 1978 Lancia Beta in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 XLP 670S, 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

How do I check the history of XLP 670S?

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What year was XLP 670S registered?

XLP 670S is a 1978 Lancia Beta, first registered on 7 February 1978.

Is XLP 670S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLP 670S shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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