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D543 WRR

1987 Talbot Camper

Beige Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,578 mi
Last recorded83,578 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Talbot Camper81,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD543 WRR
MakeTalbot
ModelCamper
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc
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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 83,578 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 83,535 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 83,389 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 83,310 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 83,310 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 82,998 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 82,526 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 82,526 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 82,186 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 81,546 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 81,546 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 81,081 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 81,081 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 80,621 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 80,074 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 80,071 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 79,485 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 79,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 79,037 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2011 79,036 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 78,302 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 77,552 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 77,547 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 76,966 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 76,947 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 76,308 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 75,350 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Camper?

Based on 3,690 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
1,098
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 230
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 170
position lamp(s) not working 146
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 144
Brake pipe excessively corroded 121
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D543 WRR is a 1987 Talbot Camper in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Talbot Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 81,628 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Camper fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 230 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D543 WRR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 39 years old, this Talbot Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D543 WRR registered?

D543 WRR is a 1987 Talbot Camper, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D543 WRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D543 WRR shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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