1972 Lancia Fulvia Lusso HF 1.6 1.6L Petrol · 1600 HF

The most recent MOT test in October 2024 at 89,942 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, indicating a stable and well-maintained mechanical condition over the last decade. Prior to 2011, the tester flagged a deteriorated nearside front upper suspension arm rubber bush and a degraded offside outer front constant velocity joint gaiter during the May 2010 test at 86,002 miles. The absence of these defects in subsequent tests confirms the issues were rectified, and the maintenance trend since then shows no recurring faults. The recorded mileage indicates exceptionally low usage for a 54-year-old vehicle, accumulating roughly 1,666 miles annually. Between the April 2009 test at 83,490 miles and the October 2024 test at 89,942 miles, the car covered just 6,452 miles over fifteen and a half years. A notable gap exists between May 2013 at 88,944 miles and October 2024 at 89,942 miles, a span of eleven years where the car traveled only 998 miles. This sparse usage pattern suggests the vehicle spent prolonged periods stationary, which carries its own mechanical implications. A buyer must inspect the structural integrity of the chassis, sills, and floor pans thoroughly, as prolonged standing often invites corrosion in classic steel monocoques. Pay close attention to the subframe mounting points and inner wings, where rust can compromise structural integrity. Despite the clean MOT, examine the brake discs and calipers for surface rust and binding, alongside the condition of the rubber brake hoses, which degrade with age rather than mileage. Check the suspension bushes and CV gaiters for age-related deterioration, as the components fitted to rectify the 2010 advisory are now over fourteen years old. Assess the exhaust system for corrosion and verify the fuel system for perished lines or stale fuel residues, typical consequences of long-term inactivity.