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D966 TJX

1986 Talbot Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

92,850 mi
Last recorded92,850 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2015
Typical for 1986 Talbot Motor Caravan84,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD966 TJX
MakeTalbot
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2015 92,850 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 92,498 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

bonnet hinge corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2014 92,498 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

bonnet hinge corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2013 90,546 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 90,540 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 87,786 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 87,768 miles

Drivers seat cannot be held in position by its runners.

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 28 Sep 2009 87,768 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Drivers seat cannot be held in position by its runners.

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 87,465 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2008 87,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 87,426 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both c.v. boots (outer) leaking slightly

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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D966 TJX is a 1986 Talbot Motor Caravan in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1986 Talbot Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 84,960 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 D966 TJX, 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 40 years old, this Talbot Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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D966 TJX is a 1986 Talbot Motor Caravan, first registered on 26 November 1986.

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