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UMF 981F

1968 Talbot Alpine

Red Petrol 1724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,980 mi
Last recorded99,980 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 1968 Talbot Alpine63,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMF 981F
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,724cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 99,980 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 99,911 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 99,709 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 99,395 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 99,395 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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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UMF 981F is a 1968 Talbot Alpine in Red with a 1,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UMF 981F, 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 UMF 981F?

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What year was UMF 981F registered?

UMF 981F is a 1968 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 20 February 1968.

Is UMF 981F safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMF 981F shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UMF 981F have outstanding finance?

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