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VGK 278M

1974 Lancia Fulvia

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

51,062 mi
Last recorded51,062 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 1974 Lancia Fulvia65,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGK 278M
MakeLancia
ModelFulvia
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 11 Mar 2020 51,062 miles

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))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 50,799 miles

Coolant leak ()

all four tyres are perishing.

slight oil leaks from engine and transmission.

Fail 14 Feb 2019 50,799 miles

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.

Pass 23 May 2016 50,753 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 50,620 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 50,596 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 50,412 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 50,157 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 50,125 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 49,876 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 49,695 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 49,685 miles

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)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 49,460 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 49,453 miles

Nearside Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 49,168 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 48,605 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 48,505 miles

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.

78.3%
Pass Rate
518
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
534
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 112
brake binding 95
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 55
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 53
Headlamp not working on main beam 50
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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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