CarVerify

Free Car Check

F709 OFJ

1989 Lancia Delta

Black Petrol 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

213,978 mi
Last recorded213,978 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Lancia Delta107,178 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lancia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF709 OFJ
MakeLancia
ModelDelta
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 213,978 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 213,968 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (205/50/15, 89V) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 213,700 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 213,417 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 212,930 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 212,821 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 212,537 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 212,537 miles

Steering wheel rim loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 212,043 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 211,730 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 211,377 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 210,996 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 210,692 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 210,428 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 210,383 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 210,383 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 209,960 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 209,936 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 209,348 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 209,020 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 207,427 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

How Reliable is the Lancia Delta?

Based on 16,262 MOT tests across 1,915 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
891
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
1,915
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 825
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 563
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 297
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 280
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 260
Full Lancia Delta reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F709 OFJ is a 1989 Lancia Delta in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Lancia Delta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 107,178 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lancia Delta fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 825 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F709 OFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lancia Delta typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Lancia Delta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F709 OFJ?

You can check the full history of F709 OFJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F709 OFJ registered?

F709 OFJ is a 1989 Lancia Delta, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F709 OFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F709 OFJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F709 OFJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F709 OFJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.