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TPY 71H

1970 Talbot Alpine

Blue Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,473 mi
Last recorded84,473 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPY 71H
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 84,473 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 84,298 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Steering box worn, but not excessively (2.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 84,296 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 84,032 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2019 84,032 miles

Nearside Inner Steering locking device ineffective track rod end nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 23 May 2018 83,888 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 83,888 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2017 83,869 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 82,502 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 82,502 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 81,750 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 81,355 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 81,333 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 81,284 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 81,266 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 81,212 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 81,076 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 80,972 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 80,808 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 8,382 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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TPY 71H is a 1970 Talbot Alpine in Blue with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TPY 71H, 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 56 years old, this Talbot Alpine is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TPY 71H registered?

TPY 71H is a 1970 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 11 May 1970.

Is TPY 71H safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPY 71H shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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