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DDU 18Y

1983 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,234 mi
Last recorded63,234 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2013
Typical for 1983 Talbot Sunbeam62,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDU 18Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2013 63,234 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 62,630 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 61,355 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 59,748 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 57,358 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 57,358 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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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DDU 18Y 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 83.3%.

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 DDU 18Y, 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 DDU 18Y registered?

DDU 18Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 20 May 1983.

Is DDU 18Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDU 18Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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