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G16 VHF

1989 Lancia Delta

Red Petrol 1981cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

173,649 mi
Last recorded173,649 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Lancia Delta107,178 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG16 VHF
MakeLancia
ModelDelta
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,981cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 173,649 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 173,627 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 171,594 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 170,642 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 168,296 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 167,425 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 166,848 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 165,895 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 164,134 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 162,813 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 162,038 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 160,293 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 158,940 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 157,860 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 157,114 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 15,532 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2007 155,430 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 152,577 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 147,555 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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G16 VHF is a 1989 Lancia Delta in Red with a 1,981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 G16 VHF, 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

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What year was G16 VHF registered?

G16 VHF is a 1989 Lancia Delta, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G16 VHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G16 VHF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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