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XHJ 794S

1978 Lancia Monte Carlo

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,458 mi
Last recorded66,458 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1978 Lancia Monte Carlo51,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHJ 794S
MakeLancia
ModelMonte Carlo
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 66,458 miles

195/50r15 tyres fitted to rear axle at time of test. 165/65r14 tyres fitted to front axle at time of test.

Nearside Rear 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)

surface corosion on underside of vehicle not holed at time of test and has been previously welded and repaired from inside vehicle

Fail 29 Apr 2013 66,454 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear 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)

surface corosion on underside of vehicle not holed at time of test and has been previously welded and repaired from inside vehicle

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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XHJ 794S is a 1978 Lancia Monte Carlo in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 XHJ 794S, 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

How do I check the history of XHJ 794S?

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What year was XHJ 794S registered?

XHJ 794S is a 1978 Lancia Monte Carlo, first registered on 21 March 1978.

Is XHJ 794S safe to buy?

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