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CTA 388Y

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Green Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,937 mi
Last recorded39,937 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTA 388Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 39,937 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 39,928 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 37,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Aug 2020 37,417 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 34,429 miles

slight corrosion on front cross member, not failable at time of test.

slight transmission oil leak.

very slight play in both front wheel bearings, not excessive enough to fail at time of test

Pass 23 Apr 2016 33,488 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 32,907 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 32,222 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 30,651 miles

front brake pads wearing low.

minor leak of exhaust gasses.

nearside front tyre worn to 2mm of tread the legal limit is 1.6mm.

slight gearbox oil leak.

Fail 5 Apr 2013 30,369 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

minor leak of exhaust gasses.

front brake pads wearing low.

nearside front tyre worn to 2mm of tread the legal limit is 1.6mm.

slight gearbox oil leak.

Pass 2 Apr 2012 28,874 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 25,964 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 25,782 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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CTA 388Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in Green with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 CTA 388Y, 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 CTA 388Y registered?

CTA 388Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 November 1982.

Is CTA 388Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTA 388Y shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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