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DAC 79Y

1983 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,085 mi
Last recorded69,085 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 1983 Talbot Sunbeam62,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAC 79Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 69,085 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 69,073 miles

Offside Brake cable has restricted free movement hand brake cable (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement hand brake shoe lever (1.1.15 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 68,885 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2020 68,877 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2009 68,491 miles

n/s/f track rod end ball joint has split dust boot

slight play in steering rack

Pass 30 May 2008 67,112 miles

front number plate backing starting to peel.

very slight exhaust blow, not excessive enough to fail at time of test.

Fail 20 May 2008 67,100 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

front number plate backing starting to peel.

very slight exhaust blow, not excessive enough to fail at time of test.

very slight free movement offside rear wheel bearing, not enough to fail at time of test.

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 79Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 79Y, 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

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What year was DAC 79Y registered?

DAC 79Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 25 February 1983.

Is DAC 79Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAC 79Y shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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