Lancia Delta MOT Failures
An analysis of 748 real DVSA MOT tests on the Lancia Delta — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Lancia Delta fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Lancia Delta is anti-roll bar links worn — this model is 13 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it worth watching for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 748 MOT tests, 6.41% of all Lancia Delta tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
How failures change with mileage
The Lancia Delta's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.
60,000 to 100,000 miles
This is where routine wear items start to show up. Brake components, tyres, and exhaust parts have done serious work by this point. Cars that have been well serviced will show fewer of these failures — this mileage band is where good maintenance really separates the well-kept from the neglected.
For the Lancia Delta specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are anti-roll bar links worn (12x the average) and wheel bearings worn (11x).
Over 100,000 miles
High-mileage cars accumulate failures across multiple systems. The key question isn't whether things will need doing — they will — but whether the car has been maintained well enough to keep on top of them. Look for a consistent service history and recent MOT passes with minimal advisories.
The standout failure at this mileage is anti-roll bar links worn at 9.8x the fleet average.
What to check before buying a Lancia Delta
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Lancia Delta:
Suspension — check for anti-roll bar links worn, wheel bearings worn.
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
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Lancia Delta MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Lancia Delta?
Based on 748 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is anti-roll bar links worn — at 13x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include wheel bearings worn.
Is the Lancia Delta reliable based on MOT data?
The Lancia Delta has 2 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is anti-roll bar links worn. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
The most common high-mileage failures include anti-roll bar links worn, wheel bearings worn.
How do I check a Lancia Delta's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.