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EKP 889C

1965 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,573 mi
Last recorded37,573 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1965 Talbot Sunbeam47,165 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKP 889C
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2017 37,573 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 37,399 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 37,087 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Sep 2012 36,716 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 36,282 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake drum edges broken

generaly rough

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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EKP 889C is a 1965 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 47,165 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 EKP 889C, 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 61 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EKP 889C registered?

EKP 889C is a 1965 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 8 November 1965.

Is EKP 889C safe to buy?

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