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C245 MRD

1985 Talbot Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

104,477 mi
Last recorded104,477 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2006
Typical for 1985 Talbot Motor Caravan89,390 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC245 MRD
MakeTalbot
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2006 104,477 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

How Reliable is the Talbot Motor Caravan?

Based on 1,521 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
948
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 97
position lamp(s) not working 84
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 62
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 55
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C245 MRD is a 1985 Talbot Motor Caravan in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1985 Talbot Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 89,390 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 Motor Caravan fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C245 MRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Talbot Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C245 MRD registered?

C245 MRD is a 1985 Talbot Motor Caravan, first registered on 9 August 1985.

Is C245 MRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C245 MRD shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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