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FCA 43S

1978 Talbot Sunbeam

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,706 mi
Last recorded93,706 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2008
Typical for 1978 Talbot Sunbeam41,243 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCA 43S
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2008 93,706 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

steering rack has slight play at inner joints

Pass 15 Jan 2007 92,395 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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FCA 43S is a 1978 Talbot Sunbeam in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 41,243 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 FCA 43S, 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 48 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FCA 43S registered?

FCA 43S is a 1978 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 15 May 1978.

Is FCA 43S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCA 43S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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