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FCL 994Y

1983 Talbot Samba

Red Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,056 mi
Last recorded8,056 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 Talbot Samba42,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCL 994Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2023 8,056 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 8,052 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 7,995 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 7,923 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 7,850 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 7,534 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 7,121 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 6,559 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 5,806 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 4,986 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 4,192 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 3,337 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 2,778 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Talbot Samba?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
388
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
brake binding 42
brake recording little or no effort 33
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
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FCL 994Y is a 1983 Talbot Samba in Red with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Talbot Samba models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 42,747 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Samba fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FCL 994Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Samba typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Talbot Samba is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FCL 994Y?

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What year was FCL 994Y registered?

FCL 994Y is a 1983 Talbot Samba, first registered on 4 March 1983.

Is FCL 994Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCL 994Y shows 13 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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