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DCX 499L

1972 Lancia Fulvia

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,369 mi
Last recorded59,369 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 1972 Lancia Fulvia48,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCX 499L
MakeLancia
ModelFulvia
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 59,369 miles

previous welding repairs

Fail 27 Apr 2016 59,344 miles

Front Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

play in steering idler

Pass 28 Apr 2015 58,667 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 57,315 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 55,141 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 76,579 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 76,579 miles

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Lancia Fulvia?

Based on 3,282 MOT tests across 534 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
518
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
534
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 112
brake binding 95
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 55
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Headlamp not working on main beam 50
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DCX 499L is a 1972 Lancia Fulvia in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Lancia Fulvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 48,719 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 Fulvia fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DCX 499L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lancia Fulvia typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Lancia Fulvia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DCX 499L registered?

DCX 499L is a 1972 Lancia Fulvia, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is DCX 499L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCX 499L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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