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BFW 973W

1981 Lancia Monte Carlo

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,928 mi
Last recorded59,928 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 Lancia Monte Carlo55,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 973W
MakeLancia
ModelMonte Carlo
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2022 59,928 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Lancia Monte Carlo?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
372
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 67
Stop lamp not working 34
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 33
Headlamp aim too high 33
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 32
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BFW 973W is a 1981 Lancia Monte Carlo in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Lancia Monte Carlo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,500 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lancia Monte Carlo fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFW 973W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lancia Monte Carlo typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 45 years old, this Lancia Monte Carlo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFW 973W registered?

BFW 973W is a 1981 Lancia Monte Carlo, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is BFW 973W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 973W shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BFW 973W have outstanding finance?

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