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C503 TLX

1985 Talbot Minx

Beige Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

67,948 mi
Last recorded67,948 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC503 TLX
MakeTalbot
ModelMinx
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 67,948 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 65,936 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 65,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2016 65,794 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 65,168 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 63,797 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 62,445 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 5,000 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 61,724 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 61,253 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 59,960 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 58,350 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Dec 2009 58,347 miles

Inner Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Talbot Minx?

Based on 838 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 28
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
brake recording little or no effort 24
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
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C503 TLX is a 1985 Talbot Minx in Beige with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

The most common reason a Talbot Minx fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C503 TLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Minx typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 41 years old, this Talbot Minx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C503 TLX registered?

C503 TLX is a 1985 Talbot Minx, first registered on 21 September 1985.

Is C503 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C503 TLX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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