CarVerify

Free Car Check

DAC 29Y

1983 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,558 mi
Last recorded55,558 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2011
Typical for 1983 Talbot Sunbeam62,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Talbot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAC 29Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2011 55,558 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

slight play in lower steering column bearing

Pass 12 Sep 2011 55,558 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

slight play in lower steering column bearing

Pass 20 Feb 2009 54,673 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 6 Feb 2009 54,666 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 52,087 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 51,733 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
Full Talbot Sunbeam reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DAC 29Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DAC 29Y, 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 DAC 29Y?

You can check the full history of DAC 29Y by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DAC 29Y registered?

DAC 29Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is DAC 29Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAC 29Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DAC 29Y have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DAC 29Y. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.