MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
80,549 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
front and rear brake discs surface corroded
nearside rear shock absorber lower mounting deformed
offside steering rack boot loose
n/s/r shock absorber does not appear to be fully on stub
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Front flexi hoses rubbing
slight play o/s/f wheel bearing
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
How Reliable is the Talbot Avenger?
Based on 830 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MAC 500V is a 1980 Talbot Avenger in Red with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.
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 MAC 500V, 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.
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How do I check the history of MAC 500V?
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What year was MAC 500V registered?
MAC 500V is a 1980 Talbot Avenger, first registered on 25 April 1980.
Is MAC 500V safe to buy?
The MOT history for MAC 500V shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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