LANCIA THEMA (1993)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 34 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
62%
Total Tests (2024)
34
Avg Mileage
101,439 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 1993 LANCIA THEMA reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 20 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the LANCIA brand average of 87%.
At 31 years old, 62% of LANCIA THEMAs from 1993 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 34 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 101,439 miles.
How does the 1993 LANCIA THEMA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1993 LANCIA THEMA has 101,439 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 THEMA cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 1993 LANCIA THEMA
The 1993 LANCIA THEMA is a family car with a 1995cc petrol engine. 34 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 94% of 1993 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 101,439 miles at 31 years old, LANCIA THEMA 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 THEMA 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 THEMA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 62% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 1993 LANCIA THEMA
At 31 years old, the LANCIA THEMA 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 34 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1993 LANCIA THEMA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1991) 80% pass rate (+18%) from 5,191 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER (1994) 69% pass rate (+7%) from 3,632 tests
- PEUGEOT BOXER (1995) 68% pass rate (+6%) from 2,767 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1995) 74% pass rate (+12%) from 2,206 tests