Lada Vehicle Directory

Structural corrosion is the foremost killer of UK Lada survivors, particularly along sills, inner wing arches, floorpans, and rear suspension mounting brackets.

Post-1992 catalyst models suffer chronic MOT emissions failures because crude electronic carburettors and manual chokes cause over-fuelling that burns out the catalytic converter.

Worm-and-roller steering boxes and front steering idlers on rear-drive models develop excessive play and lubricant weeping over time.

Original steel brake hydraulic pipes corrode heavily in salty UK road conditions, while rear wheel cylinders and load-compensator valves frequently seize from road grime.

Drivetrain vibration on the Niva 4x4 frequently stems from transfer box misalignment, worn propshaft universal joints, or degraded intermediate rubber doughnuts.