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KTP 290F

1968 Talbot Alpine

White Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

874 mi
Last recorded874 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1968 Talbot Alpine63,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTP 290F
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1968
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 874 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 463 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 18 miles

slight oil leak from steering box

Pass 23 Apr 2015 98,839 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 98,095 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 97,439 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 97,439 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2012 96,904 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 94,264 miles

no more green paint !

Pass 4 May 2010 92,617 miles

advise brake servo mounting

Pass 1 May 2009 91,260 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 89,465 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 89,465 miles

Offside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 88,171 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 86,978 miles

vehicle presented in grubby condition owner must try harder.

How Reliable is the Talbot Alpine?

Based on 1,647 MOT tests across 236 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
394
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
236
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 46
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27
brake binding 26
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KTP 290F is a 1968 Talbot Alpine in White with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1968 Talbot Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 63,602 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Alpine fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KTP 290F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Alpine typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 58 years old, this Talbot Alpine is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KTP 290F registered?

KTP 290F is a 1968 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 19 March 1968.

Is KTP 290F safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTP 290F shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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