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DDU 75Y

1983 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,187 mi
Last recorded58,187 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2014
Typical for 1983 Talbot Sunbeam62,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDU 75Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2014 58,187 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 58,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 24 May 2010 57,987 miles

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2006 56,980 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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DDU 75Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 75Y, 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

How do I check the history of DDU 75Y?

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What year was DDU 75Y registered?

DDU 75Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 15 June 1983.

Is DDU 75Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDU 75Y 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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