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UGT 679W

1980 Talbot Horizon

Green Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,787 mi
Last recorded24,787 miles
Recorded on27 May 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUGT 679W
MakeTalbot
ModelHorizon
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2011 24,787 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 24,768 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 24,768 miles

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

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2007 24,741 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 24,741 miles

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

offside lower balljoint dust cover split.

Pass 3 Jul 2006 24,173 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Horizon?

Based on 1,075 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
1,134
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 92
brake binding 41
Brake pipe excessively corroded 41
constant velocity joint gaiter split 39
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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UGT 679W is a 1980 Talbot Horizon in Green with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Talbot Horizon fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UGT 679W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Horizon typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 46 years old, this Talbot Horizon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UGT 679W?

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What year was UGT 679W registered?

UGT 679W is a 1980 Talbot Horizon, first registered on 30 August 1980.

Is UGT 679W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UGT 679W shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UGT 679W have outstanding finance?

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