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CSN 950V

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

White Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,428 mi
Last recorded71,428 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSN 950V
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 71,428 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 71,337 miles

Offside Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 13 Feb 2018 71,337 miles

Offside Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated pin missing from lever (3.1.3c)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 70,793 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 26 Sep 2014 70,733 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 70,341 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 70,229 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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CSN 950V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in White with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 51,133 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 CSN 950V, 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 46 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 CSN 950V registered?

CSN 950V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 11 February 1980.

Is CSN 950V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSN 950V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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