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DOD 696Y

1983 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,993 mi
Last recorded80,993 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1983 Talbot Sunbeam62,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOD 696Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 80,993 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 80,411 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 78,822 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 76,668 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Aug 2021 74,813 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 73,321 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Aug 2019 72,530 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Aug 2019 72,530 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 70,295 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 22 Aug 2018 70,295 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Aug 2017 68,214 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Aug 2016 65,966 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Aug 2015 63,718 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 2,281 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 1,637 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 425,509 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 201 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 7 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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DOD 696Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 DOD 696Y, 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

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What year was DOD 696Y registered?

DOD 696Y is a 1983 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 7 January 1983.

Is DOD 696Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOD 696Y shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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