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A150 DPJ

1983 Talbot Horizon

Yellow Petrol 1442cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

70,703 mi
Last recorded70,703 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2009
Typical for 1983 Talbot Horizon55,543 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA150 DPJ
MakeTalbot
ModelHorizon
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,442cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Feb 2009 70,703 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advanced wear/free play from offside front lower suspension swivel ball joint

border line corrosion in offside front brake discs

nearside front tyre worn to legal limit due to being out of shape (recommend new tyre)

nearside rear tyre poor condition

noise from offside rear wheel bearing when wheel is rotated

offside rear upper arch corroded but has been welded from inside

Pass 26 Feb 2008 67,856 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Fail 18 Feb 2008 67,841 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 22 Feb 2007 62,618 miles

dampness at brake servo area

excessive corrosion offside outer sill front section

offside door mirror in poor condition

Fail 16 Feb 2007 62,498 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

dampness at brake servo area

excessive corrosion offside front outer sill

offside door mirror poor condition

Pass 10 Mar 2006 59,863 miles

corrosion in rear brake pipes

corrosion in vehicle generally

offside door mirror in poor condition

Fail 21 Feb 2006 59,827 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

corrosion in rear brake pipes

offside door mirror in poor condition

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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A150 DPJ is a 1983 Talbot Horizon in Yellow with a 1,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1983 Talbot Horizon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 55,543 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 A150 DPJ, 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 43 years old, this Talbot Horizon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A150 DPJ registered?

A150 DPJ is a 1983 Talbot Horizon, first registered on 30 September 1983.

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The MOT history for A150 DPJ shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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