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CDA 164V

1979 Talbot Sunbeam

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam42,814 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDA 164V
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2023
Pass 15 Apr 2016 86,781 miles

Nearside Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Offside Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Fail 4 Apr 2016 86,781 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking Brake cylinder (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Braking system leaking Brakes cylinder (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Offside Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 86,781 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 86,781 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 86,781 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 86,781 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 86,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Talbot Sunbeam?

Based on 5,538 MOT tests across 814 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
814
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 117
position lamp(s) not working 84
brake binding 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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CDA 164V is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 42,814 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 Sunbeam fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CDA 164V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Sunbeam typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 47 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CDA 164V registered?

CDA 164V is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is CDA 164V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDA 164V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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