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B936 RAC

1985 Talbot Alpine

Green Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,731 mi
Last recorded101,731 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 Talbot Alpine83,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB936 RAC
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 101,731 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 101,731 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 101,731 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 101,731 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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B936 RAC is a 1985 Talbot Alpine in Green 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 B936 RAC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B936 RAC registered?

B936 RAC is a 1985 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 17 April 1985.

Is B936 RAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B936 RAC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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