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LBY 332V

1980 Talbot Avenger

Green Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

92,545 mi
Last recorded92,545 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2007
Typical for 1980 Talbot Avenger42,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBY 332V
MakeTalbot
ModelAvenger
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Sep 2007 92,545 miles

Centre Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 90,150 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Sep 2006 90,150 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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LBY 332V is a 1980 Talbot Avenger in Green with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1980 Talbot Avenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 42,051 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 Avenger fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LBY 332V, 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 46 years old, this Talbot Avenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LBY 332V?

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What year was LBY 332V registered?

LBY 332V is a 1980 Talbot Avenger, first registered on 30 May 1980.

Is LBY 332V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBY 332V shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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