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LHO 280L

1973 Talbot Avenger

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,806 mi
Last recorded89,806 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1973 Talbot Avenger65,234 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHO 280L
MakeTalbot
ModelAvenger
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 89,806 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 89,412 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 89,239 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 88,304 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 87,458 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 87,277 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 87,226 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Avenger?

Based on 830 MOT tests across 134 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
477
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
134
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 28
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
brake recording little or no effort 24
Steering rack gaiter split 23
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LHO 280L is a 1973 Talbot Avenger in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Talbot Avenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 65,234 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Avenger fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LHO 280L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Avenger typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 53 years old, this Talbot Avenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LHO 280L?

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What year was LHO 280L registered?

LHO 280L is a 1973 Talbot Avenger, first registered on 3 January 1973.

Is LHO 280L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHO 280L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LHO 280L have outstanding finance?

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