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A701 OVW

1983 Talbot Horizon

Red Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

43,006 mi
Last recorded43,006 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2010
Typical for 1983 Talbot Horizon55,543 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA701 OVW
MakeTalbot
ModelHorizon
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2010 43,006 miles

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Surface corrosion to all steering, brake and suspension components.

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 10 Nov 2010 43,006 miles

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

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Oil leak

Surface corrosion to all steering, brake and suspension components.

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 10 Nov 2009 40,183 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 40,183 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 40,162 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 40,162 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 40,140 miles

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

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

crack in screen outside swept area

oil light flashes on

Pass 24 Jan 2006 39,110 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 39,110 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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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A701 OVW is a 1983 Talbot Horizon in Red with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 A701 OVW, 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 A701 OVW registered?

A701 OVW is a 1983 Talbot Horizon, first registered on 30 September 1983.

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