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B852 REF

1985 Talbot Alpine

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,122 mi
Last recorded9,122 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1985 Talbot Alpine83,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB852 REF
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Sep 2017 9,122 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened O/s & n/s (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 8,829 miles

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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B852 REF is a 1985 Talbot Alpine in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 B852 REF, 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 B852 REF registered?

B852 REF is a 1985 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 13 June 1985.

Is B852 REF safe to buy?

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