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OYB 688V

1980 Talbot Avenger

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,539 mi
Last recorded36,539 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 1980 Talbot Avenger42,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYB 688V
MakeTalbot
ModelAvenger
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 36,539 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 35,883 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 35,531 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perrished

Pass 9 Aug 2017 35,204 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 34,647 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 34,224 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 34,083 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 34,082 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 34,072 miles

cracking in side walls o/s and n/s/f tyres

Fail 19 Apr 2013 34,072 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

cracking in side walls o/s and n/s/f tyres

Pass 23 Mar 2012 34,024 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 29,972 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 28 May 2009 29,910 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 29,653 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 29,622 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2008 29,622 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 29,620 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 29,619 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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OYB 688V is a 1980 Talbot Avenger in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 OYB 688V, 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

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What year was OYB 688V registered?

OYB 688V is a 1980 Talbot Avenger, first registered on 14 April 1980.

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The MOT history for OYB 688V shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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