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APO 790V

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPO 790V
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

handbrake only just meeting requirements adjustment recommended

heavily modified vehicle rally car

vehicle corroded

vehicle under sealed

Fail 14 Jan 2025

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

handbrake only just meeting requirements adjustment recommended

heavily modified vehicle rally car

vehicle corroded

vehicle under sealed

Pass 18 May 2023

heavily modified vehicle (rally car)

vehicle corroded

vehicle heavily under sealed

Pass 11 May 2022

vehicle corroded but not excessive

vehicle heavily modified (rally car)

vehicle welding repairs heavily under sealed

Pass 23 Apr 2021

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

heavily modified vehicle

offside front outer sill corroded but not in prescribed area

vehicle heavily corroded but not excessive

vehicle welding repairs heavily under sealed

Pass 9 Jan 2020

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

heavily modified vehicle (rally car)

under body corrosion but not excessive

under trays preventing full inspection of underside components

welding repairs heavily under sealed

Fail 7 Jan 2020

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

heavily modified vehicle (rally car)

under body corrosion but not excessive

under trays preventing full inspection of underside components

welding repairs heavily under sealed

Pass 15 Mar 2012
Pass 15 Mar 2011
Pass 22 Jan 2010
Pass 18 Oct 2007 5,153 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 5,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 4,374 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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APO 790V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1980 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 51,133 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 Sunbeam fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APO 790V, 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 46 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was APO 790V registered?

APO 790V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 19 May 1980.

Is APO 790V safe to buy?

The MOT history for APO 790V shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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