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LKE 585F

1978 Talbot Alpine

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,674 mi
Last recorded3,674 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKE 585F
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2021 3,674 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 3,481 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 2,970 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 1,853 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2017 847 miles

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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LKE 585F is a 1978 Talbot Alpine in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LKE 585F, 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 48 years old, this Talbot Alpine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LKE 585F registered?

LKE 585F is a 1978 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is LKE 585F safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKE 585F shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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