Lancia Monte Carlo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Lancia Monte Carlo reliable? We analysed 1,029 real MOT tests across 138 vehicles to find out.
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The Lancia Monte Carlo is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, stop lamp not working and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lancia Monte Carlo.
Lancia Monte Carlo Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lancia Monte Carlo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lancia Monte Carlo MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lancia Monte Carlo to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lancia Monte Carlo Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lancia Monte Carlo fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lancia Monte Carlo Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lancia Monte Carlo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lancia Monte Carlo MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lancia Monte Carlo year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | 137 | 72.3% | 40,428 | 63,689 | 77,107 |
| 1982 | 349 | 75.1% | 46,476 | 59,173 | 67,751 |
| 1981 | 264 | 76.5% | 48,361 | 55,500 | 68,096 |
| 1978 | 120 | 75.8% | 26,750 | 51,014 | 75,422 |
| 1977 | 112 | 74.1% | 46,915 | 62,141 | 79,449 |
How Long Does a Lancia Monte Carlo Last?
Based on 138 Lancia Monte Carlo vehicles on UK roads.
Lancia Monte Carlo Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lancia Monte Carlo MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Lancia Monte Carlo
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.5% MOT pass rate from 264 tests
72.3% MOT pass rate from 137 tests
The best year to buy a used Lancia Monte Carlo is 1981, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.5% across 264 tests. The 1983 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lancia Monte Carlo Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancia Monte Carlo THIS CAR | 74.4% | 1,029 | 57,848 mi | 49 yrs |
| Lancia Delta | 76.1% | 16,262 | 105,762 mi | 39 yrs |
| Lancia Beta | 70.3% | 3,619 | 60,527 mi | 49 yrs |
| Lancia Fulvia | 78.3% | 3,282 | 58,178 mi | 60 yrs |
| Volkswagen Bora SE TDI | 70.3% | 1,206 | 176,428 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Lancia Delta (76.1% pass rate) and the Lancia Beta (70.3% pass rate), the Lancia Monte Carlo sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Lancia Monte Carlo has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.4% across 1,029 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Lancia Monte Carlo are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (67 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (34), and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (33). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Lancia Monte Carlo owner drives around 372 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Lancia Monte Carlo models stay on UK roads for around 49 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.