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YSR 916T

1979 Talbot Horizon

Green Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,676 mi
Last recorded55,676 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSR 916T
MakeTalbot
ModelHorizon
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2012 55,676 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 55,356 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 31 Mar 2009 55,070 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 55,070 miles

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

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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YSR 916T is a 1979 Talbot Horizon in Green with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 YSR 916T, 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 YSR 916T?

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What year was YSR 916T registered?

YSR 916T is a 1979 Talbot Horizon, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is YSR 916T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSR 916T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YSR 916T have outstanding finance?

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