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DBV 327B

1964 Talbot Sunbeam

Grey Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,618 mi
Last recorded53,618 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2008
Typical for 1964 Talbot Sunbeam45,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBV 327B
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1964
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2008 53,618 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 53,079 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

corrsion to o/s/f lower outer wing

n/s surface corrsion to sill

n/s/f outer wing corrsion on lower

o/s surface corrsion to lower sill

Fail 28 Sep 2007 53,049 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

corrsion to o/s/f lower outer wing

n/s surface corrsion to sill

n/s/f outer wing corrsion on lower

o/s surface corrsion to lower sill

Pass 27 Sep 2006 52,979 miles

Oil leak

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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DBV 327B is a 1964 Talbot Sunbeam in Grey with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1964 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 45,414 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 DBV 327B, 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 62 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DBV 327B registered?

DBV 327B is a 1964 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 3 April 1964.

Is DBV 327B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBV 327B shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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