LANCIA DELTA (1995)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 66 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests (2024)
66
Avg Mileage
57,524 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,717
Is the 1995 LANCIA DELTA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 10 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the LANCIA brand average of 87%.
At 29 years old, 92% of LANCIA DELTAs from 1995 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 66 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 57,524 miles.
How does the 1995 LANCIA DELTA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1995 LANCIA DELTA has 57,524 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 214,600 miles for a 29-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a LANCIA DELTA?
The most reliable year is the 1993 model with a 97% MOT pass rate, while the 1990 model has the lowest at 84%. The 1995 sits between the two at 92%.
How much does a 1995 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 1995 LANCIA DELTA
The 1995 LANCIA DELTA is a family car with a 1995cc petrol engine. 66 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 8% of all 1995 cars for reliability.
With an average of 57,524 miles at 29 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.
1995 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 1995 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 92% 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 1995 LANCIA DELTA
At 29 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. If you're flexible on year, the 1993 model has the highest pass rate at 97%. Note: with only 66 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1995 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 TRANSPORTER (1996) 67% pass rate (-25%) from 8,643 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1997) 76% pass rate (-16%) from 5,880 tests
- BMW Z3 (1997) 75% pass rate (-17%) from 5,268 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (1997) 79% pass rate (-13%) from 4,853 tests