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A342 EPJ

1984 Talbot Samba

Maroon Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,385 mi
Last recorded49,385 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2006
Typical for 1984 Talbot Samba66,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA342 EPJ
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1984
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2006 49,385 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 49,385 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

How Reliable is the Talbot Samba?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
388
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
brake binding 42
brake recording little or no effort 33
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
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A342 EPJ is a 1984 Talbot Samba in Maroon with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Talbot Samba models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 66,036 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Talbot Samba fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A342 EPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Samba typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Talbot Samba is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A342 EPJ registered?

A342 EPJ is a 1984 Talbot Samba, first registered on 12 January 1984.

Is A342 EPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A342 EPJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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