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A709 GAP

1983 Talbot Alpine

White Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,511 mi
Last recorded90,511 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1983 Talbot Alpine76,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA709 GAP
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 90,511 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2026 90,511 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases has a hole (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 90,391 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 90,370 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 90,130 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 89,997 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 89,903 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 89,269 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 89,124 miles

water leak

Pass 19 Jun 2014 87,630 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 87,459 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 May 2013 87,433 miles

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

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

Oil leak

o/s/r and n/s/r innerarches rusting and holed but not within 30cm of steering,brakes.seatbelts

Pass 7 Jun 2012 87,403 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 87,403 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 87,135 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 86,511 miles

n/s/r inner wheel arch rusting

o/s and n/s floor rusting

Pass 8 Jun 2009 85,507 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2009

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 84,332 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 84,326 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 3 May 2006 83,937 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 83,937 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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A709 GAP is a 1983 Talbot Alpine in White with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 A709 GAP, 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.

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What year was A709 GAP registered?

A709 GAP is a 1983 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A709 GAP safe to buy?

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