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VCS 626S

1978 Lancia Monte Carlo

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

51,014 mi
Last recorded51,014 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2006
Typical for 1978 Lancia Monte Carlo51,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCS 626S
MakeLancia
ModelMonte Carlo
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2006 51,014 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 51,014 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

battery insecure

both offside tyres perished

nearside wiper blade split

play in both rear wheel bearings

rear engine cover corroded

wear in rear brake discs

Pass 29 Jul 2005 50,959 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 50,947 miles

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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VCS 626S is a 1978 Lancia Monte Carlo in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Lancia Monte Carlo models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 51,014 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 VCS 626S, 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 48 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 VCS 626S registered?

VCS 626S is a 1978 Lancia Monte Carlo, first registered on 5 April 1978.

Is VCS 626S safe to buy?

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