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C239 RPK

1985 Talbot Horizon

Blue Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,339 mi
Last recorded86,339 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2010
Typical for 1985 Talbot Horizon59,114 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC239 RPK
MakeTalbot
ModelHorizon
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2010 86,339 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2009 86,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 83,961 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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C239 RPK is a 1985 Talbot Horizon in Blue with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 C239 RPK, 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 C239 RPK registered?

C239 RPK is a 1985 Talbot Horizon, first registered on 7 November 1985.

Is C239 RPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C239 RPK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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