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L870 SEC

1994 Lancia Delta

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,883 mi
Last recorded109,883 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Lancia Delta92,433 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL870 SEC
MakeLancia
ModelDelta
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 109,883 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 109,610 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2025 109,602 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 109,467 miles

Front Both front wipers starting to smear screen

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs corroded on the inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing smooth on the inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Door handle broken, still able to open passenger door

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear pads wearing very close to the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 105,896 miles

Offside Front exterior door handle broken, still able to open passenger door

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Sep 2020 105,896 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front exterior door handle broken, still able to open passenger door

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 105,212 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 104,301 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 103,415 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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L870 SEC is a 1994 Lancia Delta in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1994 Lancia Delta models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 92,433 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 L870 SEC, 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 32 years old, this Lancia Delta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L870 SEC registered?

L870 SEC is a 1994 Lancia Delta, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L870 SEC safe to buy?

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