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DAC 13Y

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,907 mi
Last recorded32,907 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAC 13Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2024 32,907 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 32,892 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 32,878 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 32,859 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 32,738 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 32,152 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 31,689 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 31,687 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 31,539 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 30,949 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 30,471 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 28,980 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 28,953 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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DAC 13Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DAC 13Y, 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 DAC 13Y registered?

DAC 13Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 16 November 1982.

Is DAC 13Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAC 13Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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