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AAY 296Y

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

74,765 mi
Last recorded74,765 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2022
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAY 296Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2022 74,765 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 74,649 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 73,517 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 72,656 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2019 72,655 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake excessively binding Nearside and offside rear (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 71,872 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 71,850 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 70,230 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 67,453 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 64,679 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 64,075 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 58,929 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 58,560 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 54,911 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 53,979 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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AAY 296Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1982 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 65,041 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 AAY 296Y, 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 44 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AAY 296Y?

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What year was AAY 296Y registered?

AAY 296Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 18 October 1982.

Is AAY 296Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAY 296Y shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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