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MGK 165L

1972 Lancia Fulvia

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2018
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

16,911 mi
Last recorded16,911 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2017
Typical for 1972 Lancia Fulvia48,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGK 165L
MakeLancia
ModelFulvia
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2017 16,911 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Jan 2017 16,911 miles

Nearside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 16,735 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Slight corrosion around rear arches

slight surface corrosion on general under body components

Pass 13 Dec 2011 15,394 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

brake discs corroded

corrosion to underside of vehicle which is not considered to be excessive

Fail 8 Dec 2011 15,394 miles

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

Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

brake discs corroded

corrosion to underside of vehicle which is not considered to be excessive

Pass 20 Dec 2010 14,742 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 14,739 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 12,662 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 12,662 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 13,548 miles

brake pipes getting corroded

front brake discs getting corroded

front suspention bushes perished

Fail 20 Nov 2008 10,495 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

brake pipes getting corroded

front brake discs getting corroded

front suspention bushes perished

How Reliable is the Lancia Fulvia?

Based on 3,282 MOT tests across 534 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
518
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
534
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 112
brake binding 95
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 55
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Headlamp not working on main beam 50
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MGK 165L is a 1972 Lancia Fulvia in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1972 Lancia Fulvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 48,719 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 Fulvia fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGK 165L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lancia Fulvia typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this Lancia Fulvia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MGK 165L registered?

MGK 165L is a 1972 Lancia Fulvia, first registered on 6 October 1972.

Is MGK 165L safe to buy?

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