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C657 EKO

1986 Talbot Samba

Yellow Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,965 mi
Last recorded116,965 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2009
Typical for 1986 Talbot Samba51,830 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC657 EKO
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Jan 2009 116,965 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 116,965 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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C657 EKO is a 1986 Talbot Samba in Yellow with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C657 EKO, 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 C657 EKO registered?

C657 EKO is a 1986 Talbot Samba, first registered on 12 March 1986.

Is C657 EKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C657 EKO shows 2 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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