1965 Talbot Tiger 4.0L Petrol · AJO 411C

The 1965 Talbot Tiger presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 17 April 2025 at 26,241 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, matching the clean result from the 24 May 2022 examination at the same mileage. No advisories or mechanical faults appear across either inspection, indicating the vehicle has entered no worsening condition during the recorded period. The recorded odometer stands at 26,241 miles against an approximate 61-year lifespan, equating to roughly 430 miles per year. Both MOT entries show identical mileage, confirming the car covered no road distance between May 2022 and April 2025. Such a static figure over three years suggests extended storage or minimal use, with the sparse two-entry history offering little wear data but no evidence of neglect through failure. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of structural integrity and corrosion, given the vehicle's age and likely prolonged static periods that promote underbody rust and seized suspension bushes. The absence of advisories on brake discs, coil springs, and exhaust emissions in the record does not exempt the Tiger from age-related degradation invisible to a static test. Verify the braking system for binding calipers and check tyres for perishing from standing rather than tread wear. The clean MOT trail implies previous owners preserved the car cosmetically and mechanically, yet six decades of age demand hands-on assessment of drivetrain seals and steering joints before purchase.