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AUH 621T

1979 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,666 mi
Last recorded20,666 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2010
Typical for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam42,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUH 621T
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2010 20,666 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2010 20,666 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 15,386 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2009 15,386 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

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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AUH 621T is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 42,814 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 AUH 621T, 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 47 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 AUH 621T registered?

AUH 621T is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 15 May 1979.

Is AUH 621T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUH 621T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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