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VPF 499S

1978 Lancia Monte Carlo

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,873 mi
Last recorded7,873 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1978 Lancia Monte Carlo51,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPF 499S
MakeLancia
ModelMonte Carlo
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 7,873 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 7,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 7,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022
Pass 29 Jul 2019 26,753 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 26,749 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight water leak from radiator area

Pass 29 Jun 2016 26,749 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

parking brake performance slightly low

Pass 4 Sep 2014 66,615 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 May 2013 66,560 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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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VPF 499S is a 1978 Lancia Monte Carlo in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VPF 499S, 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 VPF 499S?

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What year was VPF 499S registered?

VPF 499S is a 1978 Lancia Monte Carlo, first registered on 16 February 1978.

Is VPF 499S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPF 499S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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