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Lancia Y10 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Lancia Y10 reliable? We analysed 1,059 real MOT tests across 195 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,059 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
65.5%
Typical Mileage
68,053mi
Annual Mileage
1,443mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
40yrs

The Lancia Y10 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lancia Y10.

Lancia Y10 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Lancia Y10. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Lancia Y10 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Lancia Y10 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

65.4%
2001
64%
1999
63.8%
1992
59%
1991
70.5%
1990
61.7%
1989
67.3%
1988
57.7%
1987
71.7%
1986

Lancia Y10 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Lancia Y10 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 78
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 42
Stop lamp not working 35
brake recording little or no effort 34
parking brake recording little or no effort 33
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 29
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29

Lancia Y10 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Lancia Y10 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
423 mi/yr
Typical
1,443 mi/yr
Average
2,463 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,906 mi/yr

Lancia Y10 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lancia Y10 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2001 52 65.4% 65,209 76,309 109,250
1999 50 64.0% 77,896 105,456 138,492
1992 58 63.8% 33,845 42,938 65,573
1991 83 59.0% 68,023 75,251 97,451
1990 193 70.5% 43,149 64,492 109,567
1989 141 61.7% 57,962 65,194 99,257
1988 110 67.3% 55,333 67,624 92,964
1987 97 57.7% 43,834 58,416 89,944
1986 99 71.7% 50,763 57,715 112,758

How Long Does a Lancia Y10 Last?

Based on 195 Lancia Y10 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
19.7 years
Median
18.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
40 years

Lancia Y10 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Lancia Y10 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
68,053 mi
75th Percentile
105,318 mi
95th Percentile
154,250 mi
Max Recorded
222,576 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Lancia Y10

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
1986

71.7% MOT pass rate from 99 tests

Year to avoid
1987

57.7% MOT pass rate from 97 tests

The best year to buy a used Lancia Y10 is 1986, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.7% across 99 tests. The 1987 model year has the lowest pass rate at 57.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Lancia Y10 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Lancia Y10 THIS CAR 65.5% 1,059 68,053 mi 40 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
BMW X3 XDRIVE20D SE 83% 875 90,791 mi — yrs

Compared to the Lancia Delta (76.1% pass rate) and the Lancia Beta (70.3% pass rate), the Lancia Y10 trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Lancia Y10?

The Lancia Y10 has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.5% across 1,059 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Lancia Y10 are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (78 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (62), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (53). 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 Y10 owner drives around 1,443 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 Y10 models stay on UK roads for around 40 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.

Lancia Y10 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lancia Y10 reliable?
Based on 1,059 MOT tests, the Lancia Y10 has a 65.5% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Lancia Y10?
The most common MOT failures are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Lancia Y10 do per year?
The typical Lancia Y10 does around 1,443 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Lancia Y10 last?
Most Lancia Y10 models stay on UK roads for around 40 years based on our analysis of 195 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Lancia Y10?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Lancia Y10?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Lancia Y10 is 1986 with a 71.7% pass rate across 99 tests.