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R890 XSW

1998 Lancia Delta

Yellow Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,619 mi
Last recorded132,619 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Lancia Delta126,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR890 XSW
MakeLancia
ModelDelta
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 132,619 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 130,700 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 126,933 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2023 126,899 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working wing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside 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 Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 122,191 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 122,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2021 118,729 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 47,283 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

left hand drive car

Fail 22 Jun 2019 113,111 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

left hand drive car

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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R890 XSW is a 1998 Lancia Delta in Yellow with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R890 XSW, 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 R890 XSW registered?

R890 XSW is a 1998 Lancia Delta, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R890 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R890 XSW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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