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1797 FS

1968 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

70,272 mi
Last recorded70,272 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1968 Talbot Sunbeam48,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1797 FS
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 70,272 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 70,212 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 70,110 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 69,806 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 69,748 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 69,748 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 69,745 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 69,743 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 69,722 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 69,577 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 69,463 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 69,303 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 69,179 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 69,020 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 68,982 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 68,865 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Sunbeam?

Based on 5,538 MOT tests across 814 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
814
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 117
position lamp(s) not working 84
brake binding 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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1797 FS is a 1968 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1968 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 48,917 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Sunbeam fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1797 FS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Sunbeam typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 58 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 1797 FS registered?

1797 FS is a 1968 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 13 March 1968.

Is 1797 FS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1797 FS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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