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YHF 663W

1981 Talbot Alpine

Red Petrol 1442cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,555 mi
Last recorded19,555 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHF 663W
MakeTalbot
ModelAlpine
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,442cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2025 19,555 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 18,536 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 18,351 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 17,774 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 17,658 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 17,581 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 17,351 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 17,241 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 17,038 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside front door slight corrosion

oil leak

rear brake back plates corroded

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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YHF 663W is a 1981 Talbot Alpine in Red with a 1,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YHF 663W, 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 45 years old, this Talbot Alpine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YHF 663W registered?

YHF 663W is a 1981 Talbot Alpine, first registered on 25 June 1981.

Is YHF 663W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHF 663W shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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