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RUI 3623

1989 Talbot Motorhome

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

97,816 mi
Last recorded97,816 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Talbot Motorhome71,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUI 3623
MakeTalbot
ModelMotorhome
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 97,816 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 97,794 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 97,794 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2016 97,737 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 97,701 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 97,646 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 95,010 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 77,173 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 66,535 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 66,535 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a) DANGEROUS

Fail 1 Mar 2011

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 62,984 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 62,254 miles

Battery warning light on. Front discs are rusty. Nearside rear tyre is cracked and perished.

Front track control are bushes are slightly worn and perished.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 26 May 2009 62,254 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Battery warning light on. Front discs are rusty. Nearside rear tyre is cracked and perished.

Front track control are bushes are slightly worn and perished.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 58,394 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 58,388 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 46,999 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Talbot Motorhome?

Based on 3,205 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
1,021
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 182
position lamp(s) not working 130
Brake pipe excessively corroded 119
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 116
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 113
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RUI 3623 is a 1989 Talbot Motorhome in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 71,747 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Motorhome fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 182 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RUI 3623, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Talbot Motorhome is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RUI 3623 registered?

RUI 3623 is a 1989 Talbot Motorhome, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is RUI 3623 safe to buy?

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