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AJF 463Y

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,684 mi
Last recorded71,684 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJF 463Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2021 71,684 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 71,484 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 71,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

suspension lowered

Pass 6 Jun 2014 70,962 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

suspension lowered

Pass 3 Jun 2013 69,479 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 68,380 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 67,025 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 63,571 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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AJF 463Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AJF 463Y, 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

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What year was AJF 463Y registered?

AJF 463Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 12 November 1982.

Is AJF 463Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJF 463Y shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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