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CFJ 386Y

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,364 mi
Last recorded69,364 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFJ 386Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 69,364 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 68,354 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 66,270 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 65,926 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 64,514 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 62,681 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 62,393 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 62,393 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 61,112 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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CFJ 386Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1982 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 65,041 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 CFJ 386Y, 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 44 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CFJ 386Y registered?

CFJ 386Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 7 October 1982.

Is CFJ 386Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFJ 386Y shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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