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C118 YDU

1986 Talbot Samba

Purple Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

908,032 mi
Last recorded908,032 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Talbot Samba51,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC118 YDU
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1986
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 908,032 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s TCA bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Jul 2025 908,013 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s TCA bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 907,763 miles

Unable to fully inspect engine bay due to spare wheel.

Fail 6 Jul 2018 907,763 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Unable to fully inspect engine bay due to spare wheel.

Pass 6 Jul 2017 907,166 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 906,437 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 80,563 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 50,552 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 105,422 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 105,501 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2012 105,501 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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C118 YDU is a 1986 Talbot Samba in Purple with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 C118 YDU, 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 C118 YDU registered?

C118 YDU is a 1986 Talbot Samba, first registered on 6 June 1986.

Is C118 YDU safe to buy?

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