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277 XVW

1956 Sunbeam Talbot 90

Grey Petrol 2267cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,097 mi
Last recorded79,097 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2024
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Vehicle Details

Registration277 XVW
MakeSunbeam
ModelTalbot 90
Year1956
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,267cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2024 79,097 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 77,944 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rear exhaust hangers snapped

Pass 24 Jul 2013 76,718 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 75,957 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 75,390 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 75,138 miles

all four tyres starting to crack on tyre walls

Pass 16 Mar 2009 74,495 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 73,384 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 73,348 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 73,210 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 73,089 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Talbot 90?

Based on 708 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
375
Miles/Year
75
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 21
brake binding 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 11
Stop lamp not working 10
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277 XVW is a 1956 Sunbeam Talbot 90 in Grey with a 2,267cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Talbot 90 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 277 XVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Talbot 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 75 years. At 70 years old, this Sunbeam Talbot 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 277 XVW?

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What year was 277 XVW registered?

277 XVW is a 1956 Sunbeam Talbot 90, first registered on 18 September 1956.

Is 277 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 277 XVW shows 11 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 277 XVW have outstanding finance?

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