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A796 LHP

1984 Talbot Samba

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,721 mi
Last recorded26,721 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1984 Talbot Samba66,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA796 LHP
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 26,721 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 25,794 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 25,221 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 24,669 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 24,085 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 23,328 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 22,706 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 22,540 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 22,160 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 21,920 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 21,920 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 21,486 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 21,133 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 20,719 miles

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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A796 LHP is a 1984 Talbot Samba in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A796 LHP, 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.

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What year was A796 LHP registered?

A796 LHP is a 1984 Talbot Samba, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A796 LHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A796 LHP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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