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XPY 138S

1978 Lincoln Continental

White Petrol 7000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,079 mi
Last recorded33,079 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 1978 Lincoln Continental61,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPY 138S
MakeLincoln
ModelContinental
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,000cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2022 33,079 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 29,556 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 23,708 miles

How Reliable is the Lincoln Continental?

Based on 1,121 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
476
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 29
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
brake binding 23
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22
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XPY 138S is a 1978 Lincoln Continental in White with a 7,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Lincoln Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 61,534 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lincoln Continental fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XPY 138S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lincoln Continental typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Lincoln Continental is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPY 138S?

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What year was XPY 138S registered?

XPY 138S is a 1978 Lincoln Continental, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is XPY 138S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPY 138S shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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