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CEC 529W

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,796 mi
Last recorded60,796 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2011
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEC 529W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2011 60,796 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 60,268 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Interia mirror missing

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 59,909 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 59,864 miles

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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CEC 529W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 63,246 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CEC 529W, 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 45 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CEC 529W registered?

CEC 529W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 18 February 1981.

Is CEC 529W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEC 529W shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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