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ASL 234

1997 Talbot Sunbeam

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,681 mi
Last recorded91,681 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASL 234
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 91,681 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 91,509 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 91,509 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective cap does not secure firmly (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

both front wishbone to subframe mountings have bolt locking tabs not locked into place

front subframe offside and nearside upper mountings have locking tabs not locked

handbrake pivot on rear axle has 2 castle nuts not locked by split pins

Pass 20 Dec 2017 91,434 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 91,433 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill/chassis not welded properly covered in sealer all part chalked that need welded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 May 2016 91,115 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 90,343 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 89,724 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.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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ASL 234 is a 1997 Talbot Sunbeam in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ASL 234, 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 29 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ASL 234 registered?

ASL 234 is a 1997 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 9 May 1997.

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