LANCIA DELTA (1993)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 71 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
71
Avg Mileage
61,833 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,717
Is the 1993 LANCIA DELTA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the LANCIA brand average of 87%.
At 31 years old, 97% of LANCIA DELTAs from 1993 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 71 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 61,833 miles.
How does the 1993 LANCIA DELTA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1993 LANCIA DELTA has 61,833 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 229,400 miles for a 31-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 1993 LANCIA DELTA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
LANCIA DELTA by Year
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About the 1993 LANCIA DELTA
The 1993 LANCIA DELTA is a family car with a 1995cc petrol engine. 71 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 2% of all 1993 cars for reliability.
With an average of 61,833 miles at 31 years old, LANCIA DELTA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
1993 LANCIA DELTA Fuel Costs
The 1995cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1993 LANCIA DELTA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,717 (£143/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
LANCIA DELTA Reliability Trend
The LANCIA DELTA has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 1993 LANCIA DELTA
At 31 years old, the LANCIA DELTA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 71 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1993 LANCIA DELTA
The LANCIA DELTA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1991) 80% pass rate (-17%) from 5,191 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER (1994) 69% pass rate (-28%) from 3,632 tests
- PEUGEOT BOXER (1995) 68% pass rate (-29%) from 2,767 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1995) 74% pass rate (-23%) from 2,206 tests