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DAC 87Y

1983 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,656 mi
Last recorded26,656 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 1983 Talbot Sunbeam62,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAC 87Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2021 26,656 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 26,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 26,416 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 26,387 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when side lights on (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when hazard warning lights on (4.2.3 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2012 26,221 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 26,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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 87Y 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 50%.

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 87Y, 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.

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What year was DAC 87Y registered?

DAC 87Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 8 March 1983.

Is DAC 87Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAC 87Y shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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