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E251 AKW

1988 Lancia Thema

Maroon Petrol 2920cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,322 mi
Last recorded30,322 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Lancia Thema120,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE251 AKW
MakeLancia
ModelThema
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,920cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 30,322 miles

How Reliable is the Lancia Thema?

Based on 2,292 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
2,084
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 204
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 122
Steering rack gaiter split 104
parking brake recording little or no effort 102
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68
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E251 AKW is a 1988 Lancia Thema in Maroon with a 2,920cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Lancia Thema models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 120,764 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lancia Thema fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E251 AKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lancia Thema typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Lancia Thema is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E251 AKW registered?

E251 AKW is a 1988 Lancia Thema, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is E251 AKW safe to buy?

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