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Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
n/s/f and o/s/f wings corroded but within prescribed area.
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Clutch slave cylinder leaking.
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
How Reliable is the Talbot Horizon?
Based on 1,075 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HBJ 948V is a 1979 Talbot Horizon in Blue with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
The most common reason a Talbot Horizon fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBJ 948V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Talbot Horizon typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 47 years old, this Talbot Horizon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of HBJ 948V?
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What year was HBJ 948V registered?
HBJ 948V is a 1979 Talbot Horizon, first registered on 1 August 1979.
Is HBJ 948V safe to buy?
The MOT history for HBJ 948V shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does HBJ 948V have outstanding finance?
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