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B499 CHK

1985 Talbot Alpine

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2011
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

57,779 mi
Last recorded57,779 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2010
Typical for 1985 Talbot Alpine83,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB499 CHK
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2010 57,779 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 57,779 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 57,778 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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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B499 CHK is a 1985 Talbot Alpine in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1985 Talbot Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 83,497 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 B499 CHK, 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 41 years old, this Talbot Alpine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B499 CHK registered?

B499 CHK is a 1985 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 15 March 1985.

Is B499 CHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B499 CHK shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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