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B899 ARO

1985 Talbot Alpine

Beige Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,755 mi
Last recorded51,755 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2009
Typical for 1985 Talbot Alpine83,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB899 ARO
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2009 51,755 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 51,754 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 May 2008 48,779 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 May 2006 47,475 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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B899 ARO is a 1985 Talbot Alpine in Beige with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 B899 ARO, 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 B899 ARO registered?

B899 ARO is a 1985 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 12 June 1985.

Is B899 ARO safe to buy?

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