1974 Lancia Fulvia 1.3L Petrol · PLJ 727M
1974 Lancia Fulvia (1.3L, petrol). First registered 19 Apr 1974. Recorded mileage 99,043 miles. MOT valid until 15 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- LANCIA FULVIA
- Year / Origin
- 1974 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,043 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PLJ 727M Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/08/2026
- 99,043 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PLJ 727M MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1974 Lancia Fulvia (PLJ 727M) between January 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor”.
PLJ 727M Mileage History
- 16/01/202398,715 mi
- 18/01/202398,716 mi+1 mi
- 17/08/202699,043 mi+327 mi
Average of roughly 92 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Lancia Lancia Fulvia
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: LANCIA FULVIA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Front Subframe and Mounting Outrigger Corrosion(Serious)
The front subframe carries the entire weight of the canted V4 engine, transmission, steering idlers and transverse leaf suspension. Water and mud thrown up by the front tyres settle into the enclosed mounting boxes, rear outriggers and inner wing attachment points, causing severe structural rot. In advanced stages of corrosion, structural stress causes vertical cracks to propagate through the front wheel arches and allows the subframe to twist under cornering loads.
- Twin Solex Carburettor Out-of-Sync and Fuel Washing(Moderate)
Most production Fulvias breathe through twin sidedraught Solex (or Dell'Orto/Weber) carburettors feeding the narrow-angle V4. Over time, vibration, linkage wear and degraded rubber mounting blocks cause the throttle butterflies to fall out of synchronisation. An unbalanced fuel mixture causes lumpy idling, persistent hesitation off idle, bore fuel washing, fouled spark plugs and hot-starting difficulties on UK pump fuels.
- Brake Caliper Seizure and Handbrake Linkage Seizure(Moderate)
Fulvias rely on four-wheel disc brakes: early Series 1 cars use Dunlop calipers without servo assistance, while Series 2 and 3 models use Girling calipers with an independent rear handbrake caliper mechanism. Infrequent use and damp UK garage storage lead to caliper piston pitting, binding pads, uneven braking balance and seized handbrake pivots, resulting in severe drag and overheated rear discs.
- Cooling System Silt Accumulation and Water Pump Weep(Serious)
The narrow-angle V4 relies on a compact water pump and narrow aluminium cylinder head cooling jackets. Over decades of ownership, infrequent coolant flushing and the use of tap water cause silt buildup and galvanic corrosion in the radiator and waterways. Impellers erode and the mechanical water pump seal weeps, causing creeping temperatures in traffic, localized cylinder head hotspots and eventual head gasket failure.
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- Front Subframe and Mounting Outrigger CorrosionSerious
The front subframe carries the entire weight of the canted V4 engine, transmission, steering idlers and transverse leaf suspension. Water and mud thrown up by the front tyres settle into the enclosed mounting boxes, rear outriggers and inner wing attachment points, causing severe structural rot. In advanced stages of corrosion, structural stress causes vertical cracks to propagate through the front wheel arches and allows the subframe to twist under cornering loads.
- Twin Solex Carburettor Out-of-Sync and Fuel WashingModerate
Most production Fulvias breathe through twin sidedraught Solex (or Dell'Orto/Weber) carburettors feeding the narrow-angle V4. Over time, vibration, linkage wear and degraded rubber mounting blocks cause the throttle butterflies to fall out of synchronisation. An unbalanced fuel mixture causes lumpy idling, persistent hesitation off idle, bore fuel washing, fouled spark plugs and hot-starting difficulties on UK pump fuels.
- Brake Caliper Seizure and Handbrake Linkage SeizureModerate
Fulvias rely on four-wheel disc brakes: early Series 1 cars use Dunlop calipers without servo assistance, while Series 2 and 3 models use Girling calipers with an independent rear handbrake caliper mechanism. Infrequent use and damp UK garage storage lead to caliper piston pitting, binding pads, uneven braking balance and seized handbrake pivots, resulting in severe drag and overheated rear discs.
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