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A490 STP

1984 Talbot Alpine

Black Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,148 mi
Last recorded54,148 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2019
Typical for 1984 Talbot Alpine56,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA490 STP
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2019 54,148 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 53,954 miles

FRONT DISCS NEED CHANGING SOON.

Pass 18 Oct 2011 50,209 miles

rear tyrewalls perrishing

Pass 1 Oct 2010 45,660 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 44,853 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 17 May 2007 44,853 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 27 Mar 2006 44,157 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

battery insecure

oil leak

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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A490 STP is a 1984 Talbot Alpine in Black with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Talbot Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 56,186 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A490 STP, 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 42 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 A490 STP registered?

A490 STP is a 1984 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 11 April 1984.

Is A490 STP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A490 STP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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