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DAC 77Y

1983 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,326 mi
Last recorded68,326 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 1983 Talbot Sunbeam62,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAC 77Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 68,326 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 68,103 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 67,978 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 67,596 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 67,596 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 66,824 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 65,701 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 63,834 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 63,327 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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DAC 77Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 77Y, 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 77Y?

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What year was DAC 77Y registered?

DAC 77Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 15 February 1983.

Is DAC 77Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAC 77Y shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DAC 77Y have outstanding finance?

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