Talbot Alpine Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Talbot Alpine reliable? We analysed 1,647 real MOT tests across 236 vehicles to find out.
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The Talbot Alpine is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Talbot Alpine.
Talbot Alpine Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Talbot Alpine. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Talbot Alpine MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Talbot Alpine to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Talbot Alpine Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Talbot Alpine fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Talbot Alpine Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Talbot Alpine owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Talbot Alpine MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Talbot Alpine year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 84 | 65.5% | 49,451 | 83,497 | 110,090 |
| 1984 | 110 | 75.5% | 45,414 | 56,186 | 64,923 |
| 1983 | 65 | 81.5% | 57,136 | 76,133 | 87,416 |
| 1980 | 57 | 82.5% | 15,239 | 31,272 | 46,299 |
| 1968 | 164 | 80.5% | 36,843 | 63,602 | 86,978 |
| 1967 | 269 | 78.8% | 22,989 | 59,934 | 76,608 |
| 1966 | 195 | 85.1% | 26,363 | 45,179 | 60,420 |
| 1965 | 63 | 79.4% | 36,400 | 70,009 | 71,206 |
| 1964 | 97 | 83.5% | 22,525 | 47,648 | 73,893 |
| 1963 | 157 | 84.1% | 21,040 | 47,238 | 78,527 |
| 1962 | 68 | 86.8% | 9,107 | 38,970 | 57,575 |
How Long Does a Talbot Alpine Last?
Based on 236 Talbot Alpine vehicles on UK roads.
Talbot Alpine Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Talbot Alpine MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Talbot Alpine
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.8% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
65.5% MOT pass rate from 84 tests
The best year to buy a used Talbot Alpine is 1962, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.8% across 68 tests. The 1985 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Talbot Alpine Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot Alpine THIS CAR | 80.6% | 1,647 | 55,620 mi | 64 yrs |
| Talbot Express | 65.4% | 171,025 | 71,000 mi | 41 yrs |
| Talbot Express 1300 D | 67.8% | 18,667 | 70,636 mi | 38 yrs |
| Talbot Express 1300 P | 67% | 17,936 | 63,256 mi | 38 yrs |
| Vauxhall Astra Envoy DTI | 73.8% | 753 | 151,937 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Talbot Express (65.4% pass rate) and the Talbot Express 1300 D (67.8% pass rate), the Talbot Alpine outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Talbot AlpineShould you buy a used Talbot Alpine?
The Talbot Alpine has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.6% across 1,647 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Talbot Alpine are suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (46 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (30), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (27). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Talbot Alpine owner drives around 394 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Talbot Alpine models stay on UK roads for around 64 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.