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HCL 549Y

1983 Lancia Monte Carlo

Black Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,991 mi
Last recorded38,991 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1983 Lancia Monte Carlo63,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCL 549Y
MakeLancia
ModelMonte Carlo
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 38,991 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2025 38,981 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 May 2024 35,814 miles

How Reliable is the Lancia Monte Carlo?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
372
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 67
Stop lamp not working 34
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 33
Headlamp aim too high 33
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 32
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HCL 549Y is a 1983 Lancia Monte Carlo in Black with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Lancia Monte Carlo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 63,689 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 Monte Carlo fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HCL 549Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lancia Monte Carlo typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 43 years old, this Lancia Monte Carlo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HCL 549Y registered?

HCL 549Y is a 1983 Lancia Monte Carlo, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HCL 549Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCL 549Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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