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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Talbot Camper. Check any Camper by registration number below.

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61.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.8%

vs Talbot Avg

5

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Talbot Camper — MOT Reliability Overview

The Talbot Camper has an average MOT pass rate of 61.4%, which is 2.8 percentage points below the Talbot brand average of 64.3%. This suggests the Camper can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Talbot Camper fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc. If you are preparing your Camper for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Talbot Camper, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Talbot Camper performs at MOT across different model years.

1993

Based on 35 vehicles

77.1%Good
Talbot average: 64.3%
Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

4.0%

1991

Based on 39 vehicles

74.4%Average
Talbot average: 64.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

10.7%

1987

Based on 37 vehicles

43.2%Poor
Talbot average: 64.3%
Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

34.6%

1986

Based on 34 vehicles

50.0%Below Average
Talbot average: 64.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

20.0%

0

Based on 104 vehicles

62.5%Below Average
Talbot average: 64.3%
Mileage at 5yr

78k mi

Top MOT Failures — Talbot Camper

The most common reasons a Talbot Camper fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

35.3%
2

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

32.4%
Talbot Camper Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

17.1%

Front Offside

14.3%

Rear

11.4%

Other Talbot Models

Compare MOT reliability across Talbot models.

Talbot Express 1300 P

60.1% pass rate

Talbot Express 1300 D

70.2% pass rate

Talbot Express

66.8% pass rate

Talbot Motorhome

66.7% pass rate

Talbot Express 1500 D

65.6% pass rate

Talbot Samba

90.5% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Talbot Camper

Talbot Camper — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Talbot Camper MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Talbot Camper?
The average MOT pass rate for the Talbot Camper is 61.4% compared to the Talbot average of 64.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Talbot Camper?
The most common MOT failures on the Talbot Camper are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (35.3%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (32.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Talbot Camper reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 61.4%, the Talbot Camper is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Talbot Camper?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Talbot Camper?
Typical mileage for the Talbot Camper: 77,984 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Camper to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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