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G161 HNV

1989 Lancia Delta

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,355 mi
Last recorded97,355 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Lancia Delta107,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG161 HNV
MakeLancia
ModelDelta
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 97,355 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 91,757 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 85,904 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 85,630 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 83,201 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 83,201 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 May 2018 83,137 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 83,137 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2016 82,249 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 82,279 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jul 2014 82,279 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 31 May 2013 80,251 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 80,251 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 73,505 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 70,503 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Fail 28 Apr 2011 70,503 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 67,301 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 65,325 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 59,539 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 59,539 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 55,676 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 51,701 miles

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
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G161 HNV is a 1989 Lancia Delta in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G161 HNV, 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 G161 HNV?

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What year was G161 HNV registered?

G161 HNV is a 1989 Lancia Delta, first registered on 22 August 1989.

Is G161 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G161 HNV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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