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LYA 166V

1979 Talbot Avenger

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,560 mi
Last recorded18,560 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 1979 Talbot Avenger56,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYA 166V
MakeTalbot
ModelAvenger
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 18,560 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 18,260 miles

Nearside inner sill slightly corroded

Pass 3 Apr 2014 17,887 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 16,928 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 16,928 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 14,610 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 9,096 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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LYA 166V is a 1979 Talbot Avenger in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LYA 166V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LYA 166V registered?

LYA 166V is a 1979 Talbot Avenger, first registered on 3 August 1979.

Is LYA 166V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYA 166V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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