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F942 GRB

1988 Talbot Camper

Beige Diesel 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,725 mi
Last recorded70,725 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2014
Typical for 1988 Talbot Camper72,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF942 GRB
MakeTalbot
ModelCamper
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Sep 2014 70,725 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

battery base corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2014 70,725 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

battery base corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2013 69,398 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 69,397 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 67,624 miles

brakes ; front discs corroded , may clean off ?

corrosion at rear chassis extentions

driveshafts ; n/s outer gaiter deteriorated , recommend replace

driveshafts ; o/s both gaiters deformed

exhaust deteriorated

parking brake return spring broken at centre linkage

vehicle well undersealed , brake pipes mainly coated

wheel trims fitted at rear , restricted views

Fail 15 Sep 2012 67,624 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brakes ; front discs corroded , may clean off ?

corrosion at rear chassis extentions

driveshafts ; n/s outer gaiter deteriorated , recommend replace

driveshafts ; o/s both gaiters deformed

exhaust deteriorated

parking brake return spring broken at centre linkage

vehicle well undersealed , brake pipes mainly coated

wheel trims fitted at rear , restricted views

Pass 20 Sep 2011 67,161 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2011 67,161 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 65,340 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

advise indicator swicth worked 2 times out of 3 advised cust as working during test

deflated tyres and took of air vent to get in to station

Pass 2 Apr 2009 64,172 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 62,751 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 62,486 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Camper?

Based on 3,690 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
1,098
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 230
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 170
position lamp(s) not working 146
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 144
Brake pipe excessively corroded 121
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F942 GRB is a 1988 Talbot Camper in Beige with a 1,971cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Talbot Camper models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 72,760 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Camper fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 230 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F942 GRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Camper typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 38 years old, this Talbot Camper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F942 GRB registered?

F942 GRB is a 1988 Talbot Camper, first registered on 1 August 1988.

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The MOT history for F942 GRB shows 12 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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