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C926 LTU

1986 Talbot Samba

Silver Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,317 mi
Last recorded125,317 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2006
Typical for 1986 Talbot Samba51,830 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC926 LTU
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2006 125,317 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006

Centre Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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C926 LTU is a 1986 Talbot Samba in Silver with a 954cc 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 C926 LTU, 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 C926 LTU?

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What year was C926 LTU registered?

C926 LTU is a 1986 Talbot Samba, first registered on 1 July 1986.

Is C926 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C926 LTU 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.

Does C926 LTU have outstanding finance?

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