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A741 GAD

1983 Talbot Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

98,026 mi
Last recorded98,026 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2006
Typical for 1983 Talbot Motor Caravan111,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA741 GAD
MakeTalbot
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2006 98,026 miles

entire underside of vehicle is in a state of corrosion

front brake pads not inspected

welded repairs cannot be fully inspected due to a heavy coating of underseal

Fail 18 May 2006 98,026 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

entire underside of vehicle in poor condition

front brake pads not inspected

Fail 8 Aug 2005 98,026 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside front steering rack has slight play

petrol tank rusty

underside of vehicle in advance state of corrosion thick layers of underseal making it difficult to assess

How Reliable is the Talbot Motor Caravan?

Based on 1,521 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
948
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 97
position lamp(s) not working 84
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 62
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 55
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A741 GAD is a 1983 Talbot Motor Caravan in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1983 Talbot Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 111,093 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 Motor Caravan fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A741 GAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Talbot Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A741 GAD registered?

A741 GAD is a 1983 Talbot Motor Caravan, first registered on 5 August 1983.

Is A741 GAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A741 GAD shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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