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DBU 118V

1979 Lancia Beta

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

53,495 mi
Last recorded53,495 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Lancia Beta65,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBU 118V
MakeLancia
ModelBeta
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 53,495 miles

corrosion at both rear top strut mount areas and o/s/r crossmember mount area

front brake flexibles deteriorated, o/s borderline

front wishbone and rear trailing arm front bushes deteriorated

n/s handbrake caliper lever not moving to full extent

o/s and n/s engine/gearbox steady shock and bushes worn

seatbelts slow to retract and buttons missing but still operate

slight oil leaks

Fail 13 May 2019 53,490 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front crossmember at front both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion at both rear top strut mount areas and o/s/r crossmember mount area

front brake flexibles deteriorated, o/s borderline

front wishbone and rear trailing arm front bushes deteriorated

n/s handbrake caliper lever not moving to full extent

o/s and n/s engine/gearbox steady shock and bushes worn

seatbelts slow to retract and buttons missing but still operate

slight oil leaks

Pass 6 Jun 2018 52,554 miles

brake flexibles slightly deteriorated

front seat belts and buckles slightly deteriorated but not affecting operation

front seatbelts slow to retract

slight corrosion rear strut mount areas

Fail 8 May 2018 52,554 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Fuel hose insecure clip corroded thru (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lhd unit fitted (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)

Front seat belts slow to retract

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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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DBU 118V is a 1979 Lancia Beta in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Lancia Beta models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 65,195 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 DBU 118V, 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 47 years old, this Lancia Beta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DBU 118V registered?

DBU 118V is a 1979 Lancia Beta, first registered on 1 January 1979.

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