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R509 XBT

1998 Lancia Delta

Yellow Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

197,372 mi
Last recorded197,372 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Lancia Delta126,933 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR509 XBT
MakeLancia
ModelDelta
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 197,372 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 195,924 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 193,366 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 191,772 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 190,289 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 189,357 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 187,425 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 186,145 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 186,415 miles

front sub frame corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2017 186,145 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front sub frame corroded

Pass 29 May 2015 186,062 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 186,026 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2013 185,046 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 179,244 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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R509 XBT is a 1998 Lancia Delta in Yellow with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Lancia Delta models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 126,933 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R509 XBT, 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 28 years old, this Lancia Delta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R509 XBT registered?

R509 XBT is a 1998 Lancia Delta, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R509 XBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R509 XBT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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