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B518 NHA

1984 Talbot Camper

Beige Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,414 mi
Last recorded39,414 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 1984 Talbot Camper68,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB518 NHA
MakeTalbot
ModelCamper
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 39,414 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 39,408 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut mounting ,<under arch> (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 38,723 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 38,721 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s front (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust system insecure mountings missing (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect n/s (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect o/s (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake inoperative on one side n/s rear (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake inoperative on one side o/s rear (1.4.1 (a))

Position lamp not working o/s front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate inscription illegible rear (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced n/s front inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced n/s front step holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Service brake excessively binding o/s rear (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength n/s front inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2020 37,980 miles

Offside Front tyre showing siqns of age cracking on side wall

Pass 9 Sep 2017 37,664 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 37,624 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 37,479 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 37,177 miles

Exhaust mountings are deterated

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 36,975 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 36,598 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 31,905 miles

Battery insecure

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside rear tyre worn on outer edges

rear exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorating

Pass 26 Jul 2010 21,341 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 19,176 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 19,176 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 16,936 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 15,886 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 10,891 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Camper?

Based on 3,690 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
1,098
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 230
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 170
position lamp(s) not working 146
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 144
Brake pipe excessively corroded 121
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B518 NHA is a 1984 Talbot Camper in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1984 Talbot Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 68,352 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Camper fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 230 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B518 NHA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 42 years old, this Talbot Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B518 NHA registered?

B518 NHA is a 1984 Talbot Camper, first registered on 1 August 1984.

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