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SUN 954

1968 Talbot Alpine

White Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,237 mi
Last recorded71,237 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 1968 Talbot Alpine63,602 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUN 954
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1968
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 71,237 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 70,092 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 68,092 miles

Offside Front out rigger crushed

Pass 16 Mar 2016 66,121 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 63,602 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 63,602 miles

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 61,525 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
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SUN 954 is a 1968 Talbot Alpine in White with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1968 Talbot Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 63,602 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SUN 954, 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 58 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 SUN 954?

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What year was SUN 954 registered?

SUN 954 is a 1968 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 28 March 1968.

Is SUN 954 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUN 954 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.

Does SUN 954 have outstanding finance?

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