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C104 FDB

1986 Talbot Samba

Silver Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,539 mi
Last recorded30,539 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Talbot Samba51,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC104 FDB
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 30,539 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 30,021 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 29,467 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 28,979 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 28,724 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 27,869 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 27,465 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 27,241 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 25,932 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 23,082 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 22,998 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 22,830 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 22,637 miles

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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C104 FDB is a 1986 Talbot Samba in Silver with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Talbot Samba models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 51,830 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 C104 FDB, 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 40 years old, this Talbot Samba is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C104 FDB registered?

C104 FDB is a 1986 Talbot Samba, first registered on 22 April 1986.

Is C104 FDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C104 FDB shows 13 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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