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FGA 486X

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 928cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,356 mi
Last recorded49,356 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2007
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGA 486X
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine928cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2007 49,356 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 47,285 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 47,285 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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FGA 486X is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 928cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 65,041 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 FGA 486X, 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 44 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FGA 486X registered?

FGA 486X is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 22 March 1982.

Is FGA 486X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGA 486X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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