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VLA 916X

1982 Talbot Horizon

Red Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2012
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,847 mi
Last recorded36,847 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 1982 Talbot Horizon69,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLA 916X
MakeTalbot
ModelHorizon
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2011 36,847 miles

o/s/f tyre perishing on side walls

Fail 13 Apr 2011 36,844 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/f tyre perishing on side walls

Pass 3 Dec 2009 35,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 Nov 2009 35,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 11 Jun 2008 33,936 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 33,936 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 32,102 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 32,102 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2006 29,325 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 29,325 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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VLA 916X is a 1982 Talbot Horizon in Red with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Talbot Horizon models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 69,589 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 Horizon fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 92 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLA 916X, 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 44 years old, this Talbot Horizon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLA 916X registered?

VLA 916X is a 1982 Talbot Horizon, first registered on 27 January 1982.

Is VLA 916X safe to buy?

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