CarVerify

Free Car Check

OMU 43E

1967 Talbot Alpine

White Petrol 1724cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

57,756 mi
Last recorded57,756 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 1967 Talbot Alpine59,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Talbot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMU 43E
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1967
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,724cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 57,756 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 57,053 miles

Corrosion to offside rear inner sill

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 56,238 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 55,352 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 55,340 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 55,043 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 54,145 miles

front discs rusty

Fail 12 Jul 2013 54,143 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front discs rusty

Pass 8 Jun 2012 53,722 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 53,411 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 52,419 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 May 2007 51,313 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 51,313 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

o/s engine mount 1 bolt missing 1 bolt loose

underside of vehicle completly covered in underseal

Pass 15 Jun 2006 50,063 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
Full Talbot Alpine reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OMU 43E is a 1967 Talbot Alpine in White with a 1,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1967 Talbot Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 59,934 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 Alpine fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OMU 43E, 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 59 years old, this Talbot Alpine is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OMU 43E?

You can check the full history of OMU 43E by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OMU 43E registered?

OMU 43E is a 1967 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 8 May 1967.

Is OMU 43E safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMU 43E shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OMU 43E have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OMU 43E. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.