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DBX 937W

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

3,837 mi
Last recorded3,837 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBX 937W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 3,837 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 3,837 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 3,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 3,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 3,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 19 Aug 2016 3,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 1 Aug 2015 63,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 1 Aug 2015 63,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 64,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 63,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 6 Jul 2012 63,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 63,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 13,394 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 3,156 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 3,156 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 2,508 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 1,135 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 887 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 144 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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DBX 937W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1980 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 51,133 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 DBX 937W, 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 46 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 DBX 937W registered?

DBX 937W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is DBX 937W safe to buy?

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