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M856 HPJ

1994 Lancia Delta

Yellow Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,289 mi
Last recorded70,289 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Lancia Delta92,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM856 HPJ
MakeLancia
ModelDelta
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 70,289 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 69,927 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 69,525 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 69,431 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 68,803 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 68,803 miles

Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 68,787 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 68,255 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 68,206 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 67,629 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 66,957 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 65,854 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 56,628 miles

Offside headlamp high

Rear brakes need attention

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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M856 HPJ is a 1994 Lancia Delta in Yellow with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M856 HPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M856 HPJ registered?

M856 HPJ is a 1994 Lancia Delta, first registered on 26 August 1994.

Is M856 HPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M856 HPJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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