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C151 EMC

1985 Talbot Horizon

Blue Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,354 mi
Last recorded63,354 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2011
Typical for 1985 Talbot Horizon59,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC151 EMC
MakeTalbot
ModelHorizon
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2011 63,354 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 61,523 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2009 61,522 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 60,537 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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)

Fail 22 Aug 2007 60,495 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 60,495 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 60,018 miles

all four tyres in poor condition, front shocker bottom bushes becoming worn !!!!!!!!

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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C151 EMC is a 1985 Talbot Horizon in Blue with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Talbot Horizon models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 59,114 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C151 EMC, 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 41 years old, this Talbot Horizon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C151 EMC registered?

C151 EMC is a 1985 Talbot Horizon, first registered on 27 September 1985.

Is C151 EMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C151 EMC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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