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CJF 289Y

1983 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

67,489 mi
Last recorded67,489 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 1983 Talbot Sunbeam62,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJF 289Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 67,489 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 67,477 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 67,466 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 67,191 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 66,958 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 66,106 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 65,300 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 63,654 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 61,179 miles

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 59,008 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 55,956 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 55,956 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 54,516 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 54,513 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring damaged by excessive heat (2.4.C.1c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2005 50,259 miles

slight free movment near side steering rack ball joint.

Fail 17 Aug 2005 50,259 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight free movment near side steering rack ball joint.

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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CJF 289Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1983 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 62,220 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 CJF 289Y, 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 43 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CJF 289Y?

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What year was CJF 289Y registered?

CJF 289Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 May 1983.

Is CJF 289Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJF 289Y shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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