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WAC 263X

1981 Talbot Avenger

White Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,123 mi
Last recorded53,123 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 1981 Talbot Avenger27,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAC 263X
MakeTalbot
ModelAvenger
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 53,123 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 53,037 miles

Body has slight corrosion under (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Apr 2015 52,500 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2015 52,500 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 51,746 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 51,142 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2012 50,572 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2011 50,078 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 49,599 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2010 49,593 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 49,270 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 48,859 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 48,589 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 48,318 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Avenger?

Based on 830 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
477
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 28
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
brake recording little or no effort 24
Steering rack gaiter split 23
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WAC 263X is a 1981 Talbot Avenger in White with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Talbot Avenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 27,814 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Avenger fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WAC 263X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Avenger typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 45 years old, this Talbot Avenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WAC 263X registered?

WAC 263X is a 1981 Talbot Avenger, first registered on 8 October 1981.

Is WAC 263X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAC 263X shows 14 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.

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