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Chrysler Delta reliability by build year

Coverage 2011-20141 named generationHatchbackDIESEL / PETROL

We've only got 422 MOT tests for Chrysler Deltas built around 2012 (13 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.

Not enough data

Chrysler Delta built around 2012: not enough MOT data yet

We've only seen a handful of Chrysler Deltas built around 2012 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.

Check a Chrysler Delta by number plate

Key figure

Check a car’s number plate to see its own MOT record, or come back when there’s more MOT history.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Chrysler Delta's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Independent inspection

High priority

Have an independent specialist inspect the car before you commit.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Suspension springs

Worth checking

Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

By build year

How build years differ

Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your Delta's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

Delta Series 1 (Lancia Delta)

Series 1 (Lancia Delta) (2011-2014)

Not enough tests to rate
DIESELPETROL

34.4% fail rate, built around 2013 (12 years old)

Likely between 27.9% and 41.6%

Fails more often than the average car this age (about 1 in 4 MOTs, 26.3%)

From 183 MOT tests at this ageView details →

By age

Chrysler Delta fail rate by age

This chart combines every Chrysler Delta ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
21033.8%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
42228.0%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 12 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 13-year-old Chrysler Deltas

These issues come from 13-year-old Chrysler Deltas, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelNot enough data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    23.9%
    Advisory: 96Fail: 58 (38% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    21.1%
    Advisory: 101Fail: 19 (16% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    16.8%
    Advisory: 93Fail: 2 (2% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Coil spring corroded

    16.4%
    Advisory: 54Fail: 36 (40% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    14.9%
    Advisory: 68Fail: 20 (23% of the times it was found)

Based on 422 MOT tests on 13-year-old Chrysler Deltas, every generation combined.

All generations of this model

Issues that often appear together

The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 13-year-old Chrysler Deltas notes problems with more than one part of the car.

Issues that often appear together on this model

All generations of this modelEnough data
  1. Brakes + Suspension35%
  2. Suspension + Tyres32%
  3. Brakes + Tyres30%
  4. Emissions & exhaust + Suspension18%

Both were noted at the same test. That doesn't mean one caused the other.

Across 256 MOT tests on Chrysler Delta cars built around 2012 (13 years old) where more than one part of the car was noted.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

Not enough registration data to show this for the Chrysler Delta.

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Recall context

DVSA's recall list has no recalls filed under the Chrysler Delta name. For the exact car, check with the maker or GOV.UK's recall checker.

Like-for-like

Other hatchbacks to compare

Other hatchbacks to compare

  1. 1

    Lexus CT

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    18.2%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    2.5%
    Dangerous
    4.8%
    Still registered at 10 years
    88.2%

    Lower fail rate: 18.2%, against 28.0% for the Chrysler Delta, both built around 2012.

    5,401 MOT tests on cars built around 2012

  2. 2

    Audi A7

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    17.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5%
    Dangerous
    6.7%
    Still registered at 10 years
    84.3%

    Lower fail rate: 17.5%, against 28.0% for the Chrysler Delta, both built around 2012.

    1,743 MOT tests on cars built around 2012

  3. 3

    Smart ForTwo

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    23.8%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5.7%
    Dangerous
    4.6%
    Still registered at 10 years
    89.4%

    Lower fail rate: 23.8%, against 28.0% for the Chrysler Delta, both built around 2012.

    4,314 MOT tests on cars built around 2012

  4. 4

    Toyota Prius

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    23.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    3.4%
    Dangerous
    5.6%
    Still registered at 10 years
    94.4%

    Lower fail rate: 23.5%, against 28.0% for the Chrysler Delta, both built around 2012.

    5 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    9,865 MOT tests on cars built around 2012

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2012 (13 years old), the Chrysler Delta across all generations combined fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 422 13-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Chrysler Delta ever sold: 632 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2012 (13 years old): 422 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.