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DAK 937V

1979 Talbot Avenger

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

78,929 mi
Last recorded78,929 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 1979 Talbot Avenger56,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAK 937V
MakeTalbot
ModelAvenger
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 78,929 miles

o/s/f brake heat shield

Pass 17 Aug 2015 78,889 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Jul 2015 78,888 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 77,582 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 75,961 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 74,658 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 74,658 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 73,130 miles

general condition of outer bodywork deteriorated

Pass 13 Jul 2010 71,866 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 70,142 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 68,658 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 67,141 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 64,757 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Avenger?

Based on 830 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
477
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 28
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
brake recording little or no effort 24
Steering rack gaiter split 23
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DAK 937V is a 1979 Talbot Avenger in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1979 Talbot Avenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 56,158 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Avenger fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DAK 937V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Avenger typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 47 years old, this Talbot Avenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DAK 937V registered?

DAK 937V is a 1979 Talbot Avenger, first registered on 3 September 1979.

Is DAK 937V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAK 937V shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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