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EAO 230V

1979 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

63,910 mi
Last recorded63,910 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam42,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAO 230V
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 63,910 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 63,049 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 62,996 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 62,894 miles

n/s/r halfshaft oil seal leaking

Fail 6 Sep 2016 62,894 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

n/s/r halfshaft oil seal leaking

Pass 15 Sep 2015 62,748 miles

centre exhaust rubbers snapped but exhaust still suported

n/s/r half shaft oil seal leaking

Fail 15 Sep 2015 62,748 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

centre exhaust rubbers snapped but exhaust still suported

n/s/r half shaft oil seal leaking

Pass 19 Jun 2013 62,613 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 62,191 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 61,398 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 61,116 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 60,137 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 60,137 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 59,467 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 58,503 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 58,503 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 57,674 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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EAO 230V is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1979 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 42,814 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 EAO 230V, 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 47 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EAO 230V registered?

EAO 230V is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is EAO 230V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAO 230V shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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