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A298 WMF

1983 Talbot Alpine

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,711 mi
Last recorded62,711 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2022
Typical for 1983 Talbot Alpine76,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA298 WMF
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2022 62,711 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 60,941 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 60,858 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 60,858 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill to floor pan area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting boot area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 58,094 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 58,053 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 57,455 miles

n/s/f washer jet not working

Pass 2 Jun 2016 56,180 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 56,167 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 54,355 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 51,660 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 50,834 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Talbot Alpine?

Based on 1,647 MOT tests across 236 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
394
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
236
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27
brake binding 26
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A298 WMF is a 1983 Talbot Alpine in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Talbot Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 76,133 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Talbot Alpine fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A298 WMF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Alpine typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 43 years old, this Talbot Alpine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A298 WMF registered?

A298 WMF is a 1983 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 18 October 1983.

Is A298 WMF safe to buy?

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