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CVY 346V

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,471 mi
Last recorded50,471 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVY 346V
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 50,471 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 50,135 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 50,018 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 49,349 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 99,337 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 98,663 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 97,624 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 97,025 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 95,937 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 95,937 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 94,903 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 94,059 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 93,916 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 92,913 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 91,897 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 90,834 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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CVY 346V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CVY 346V, 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.

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What year was CVY 346V registered?

CVY 346V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 6 June 1980.

Is CVY 346V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVY 346V shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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