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YBW 833V

1979 Talbot Horizon

Brown Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,999 mi
Last recorded56,999 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBW 833V
MakeTalbot
ModelHorizon
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 56,999 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 56,987 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 56,987 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 56,914 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 56,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/r tyre splitting

Pass 11 Oct 2014 56,801 miles

o/s/r tyre splitting

Fail 24 Jun 2013 56,374 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 56,374 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 54,950 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 54,945 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 54,945 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 54,937 miles

underbody showing signes of its age

Pass 8 Jul 2009 54,906 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 54,871 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 54,808 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 54,766 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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YBW 833V is a 1979 Talbot Horizon in Brown with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YBW 833V, 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 47 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 YBW 833V?

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What year was YBW 833V registered?

YBW 833V is a 1979 Talbot Horizon, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is YBW 833V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBW 833V shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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