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C218 WJT

1985 Talbot Horizon

Blue Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,591 mi
Last recorded50,591 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2015
Typical for 1985 Talbot Horizon59,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC218 WJT
MakeTalbot
ModelHorizon
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2015 50,591 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 50,570 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 50,421 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2007 49,170 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 48,396 miles

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

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 45,653 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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C218 WJT is a 1985 Talbot Horizon in Blue with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C218 WJT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C218 WJT registered?

C218 WJT is a 1985 Talbot Horizon, first registered on 19 August 1985.

Is C218 WJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C218 WJT shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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