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

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80.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+15.7%

vs Talbot Avg

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Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Talbot Horizon — MOT Reliability Overview

The Talbot Horizon has an average MOT pass rate of 80.0%, which is 15.7 percentage points above the Talbot brand average of 64.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Horizon is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Talbot Horizon, 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 Horizon performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 15 vehicles

80.0%Good
Talbot average: 64.3%
Mileage at 5yr

63k mi

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Talbot Horizon — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Talbot Horizon MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Talbot Horizon?
The average MOT pass rate for the Talbot Horizon is 80.0% 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 Horizon?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Talbot Horizon reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 80.0%, the Talbot Horizon is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Talbot Horizon?
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 Horizon?
Typical mileage for the Talbot Horizon: 63,412 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Horizon to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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