MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,062 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Position Lamp goes out with Brake light on. (4.2.3 (c))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
Coolant leak ()
all four tyres are perishing.
slight oil leaks from engine and transmission.
Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Coolant leak ()
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
all four tyres are perishing.
slight oil leaks from engine and transmission.
Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
front wipers slow in operation
nearside floor holed under seat
off side rear tyre inner wall perishing
All four tyres have multiple cracks on inner and outer edges but do not have ply or cords exposed.
n/s/r floorpan is holed with rust but not within 30cm of loadbearing structure.
o/s/f floorpan is crroded but not to exsess.
o/s/r indicator is diminished in colour but still visibly amber
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
How Reliable is the Lancia Fulvia?
Based on 3,282 MOT tests across 534 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VGK 278M is a 1974 Lancia Fulvia in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.
Across all 1974 Lancia Fulvia models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 65,012 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 Fulvia fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGK 278M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Lancia Fulvia typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 52 years old, this Lancia Fulvia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was VGK 278M registered?
VGK 278M is a 1974 Lancia Fulvia, first registered on 7 February 1974.
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