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PAU 724W

1981 Lancia Monte Carlo

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

77,205 mi
Last recorded77,205 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1981 Lancia Monte Carlo55,500 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAU 724W
MakeLancia
ModelMonte Carlo
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 77,205 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle Identification Number almost illegible

Fail 17 Jun 2025 77,205 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle Identification Number almost illegible

Pass 12 Oct 2020 71,121 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 71,121 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering rack end appears loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 68,081 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 65,954 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 61,780 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 60,793 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 59,917 miles

BOTH OUTER SIDESILLS REPAIRED AND COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2013 59,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

BOTH OUTER SIDESILLS REPAIRED AND COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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PAU 724W is a 1981 Lancia Monte Carlo in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Lancia Monte Carlo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 55,500 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 PAU 724W, 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 45 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 PAU 724W registered?

PAU 724W is a 1981 Lancia Monte Carlo, first registered on 19 May 1981.

Is PAU 724W safe to buy?

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