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XSW 844W

1980 Lancia Beta

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

78,505 mi
Last recorded78,505 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2012
Typical for 1980 Lancia Beta55,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSW 844W
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2012 78,505 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

offside rear outter cill slightly corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2011 77,952 miles

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

engine oil leak

Fail 8 Aug 2011 77,951 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

engine oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2010 77,311 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s/r sidelight lens cracked

slight free play at steering wheel

Fail 12 Aug 2010 77,310 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/r sidelight lens cracked

slight plat at steering wheel

Pass 28 Aug 2009 76,476 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2009 76,476 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 76,454 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 76,449 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all rear suspension bushes starting to perish/split

non-standard full harness type seatbelts fitted in both rear adult seat positions

o/s/r handbrake efficiency poor

slight corrosion at o/s/f upper strut mounting panel

Fail 14 Jul 2008 76,448 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all rear suspension bushes starting to perish/split

non-standard full harness type seatbelts fitted in both rear adult seat positions

o/s/r handbrake efficiency poor

slight corrosion at o/s/f upper strut mounting panel

Fail 3 Jul 2007 76,112 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 76,112 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 75,732 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

advise n/s/rear cut s/wall

advise o/s/front engine stabilizer bolt loose

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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XSW 844W is a 1980 Lancia Beta in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1980 Lancia Beta models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 55,115 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 XSW 844W, 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 46 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 XSW 844W registered?

XSW 844W is a 1980 Lancia Beta, first registered on 3 September 1980.

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The MOT history for XSW 844W shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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