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B766 UDV

1984 Talbot Samba

Yellow Petrol 1219cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 Talbot Samba66,036 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB766 UDV
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,219cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2010
Pass 10 Oct 2006

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Talbot Samba?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
388
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
brake binding 42
brake recording little or no effort 33
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
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B766 UDV is a 1984 Talbot Samba in Yellow with a 1,219cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Talbot Samba models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 66,036 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Samba fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B766 UDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Samba typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Talbot Samba is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B766 UDV registered?

B766 UDV is a 1984 Talbot Samba, first registered on 19 November 1984.

Is B766 UDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B766 UDV shows 2 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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