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ABC 435Y

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

White Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,392 mi
Last recorded58,392 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABC 435Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 58,392 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 58,365 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 58,265 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 57,526 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 55,860 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 54,205 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 51,872 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 51,601 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 50,526 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 49,685 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 49,685 miles

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

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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ABC 435Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in White with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 ABC 435Y, 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.

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What year was ABC 435Y registered?

ABC 435Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 12 October 1982.

Is ABC 435Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABC 435Y shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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