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ELG 564X

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,460 mi
Last recorded77,460 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELG 564X
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2018 77,460 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 77,441 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 77,305 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 77,149 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 77,052 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 76,952 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 76,883 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 76,834 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 76,544 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 76,327 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 76,084 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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ELG 564X is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 63,246 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 ELG 564X, 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 45 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 ELG 564X registered?

ELG 564X is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 22 October 1981.

Is ELG 564X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELG 564X shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELG 564X have outstanding finance?

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