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C248 SDP

1986 Talbot Samba

Silver Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,688 mi
Last recorded66,688 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Talbot Samba51,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC248 SDP
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 66,688 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 66,687 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 66,686 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2023 66,685 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 66,685 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 66,681 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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C248 SDP is a 1986 Talbot Samba in Silver with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C248 SDP, 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

How do I check the history of C248 SDP?

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What year was C248 SDP registered?

C248 SDP is a 1986 Talbot Samba, first registered on 5 June 1986.

Is C248 SDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C248 SDP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C248 SDP have outstanding finance?

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