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FPL 12J

1971 Talbot Sunbeam

Green Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,979 mi
Last recorded48,979 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPL 12J
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2007 48,979 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 48,979 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 48,850 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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FPL 12J is a 1971 Talbot Sunbeam in Green with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FPL 12J, 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 55 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 FPL 12J registered?

FPL 12J is a 1971 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 26 May 1971.

Is FPL 12J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPL 12J 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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