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C717 WLD

1986 Talbot Samba

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

69,037 mi
Last recorded69,037 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1986 Talbot Samba51,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC717 WLD
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 69,037 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 May 2018 68,968 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Jun 2017 67,522 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 66,782 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 61,814 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 61,814 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 3 May 2012 61,595 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 61,595 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 61,180 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 61,180 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2010 60,717 miles

Oil leak

front number plate cracked

n/s headlight has been repaired

steering rack slightly knotchy

Fail 6 May 2010 60,717 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

front number plate cracked

n/s headlight has been repaired

steering rack slightly knotchy

Pass 30 Apr 2009 60,353 miles

Oil leak

front number plate damaged

Pass 29 Apr 2008 60,022 miles

front number plate broken

n/s headlight has been repaired

normal oil leaks

Pass 3 May 2007 59,627 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate cracked

Pass 8 May 2006 59,245 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Apr 2005 58,256 miles

Crack on front number plate † †Stomechips on nearside front headlamp † †front brake pads 50% worn, approx

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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C717 WLD is a 1986 Talbot Samba in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 C717 WLD, 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 C717 WLD registered?

C717 WLD is a 1986 Talbot Samba, first registered on 23 April 1986.

Is C717 WLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C717 WLD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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