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HLR 428V

1979 Talbot Avenger

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,522 mi
Last recorded33,522 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 Talbot Avenger56,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLR 428V
MakeTalbot
ModelAvenger
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 33,522 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 32,619 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 31,945 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 31,503 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 30,319 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 29,571 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 29,571 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 29,212 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 28,996 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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HLR 428V is a 1979 Talbot Avenger in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HLR 428V, 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.

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What year was HLR 428V registered?

HLR 428V is a 1979 Talbot Avenger, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is HLR 428V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLR 428V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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