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FRW 272Y

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,499 mi
Last recorded71,499 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRW 272Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2015 71,499 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 71,439 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 71,439 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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FRW 272Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc 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 FRW 272Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FRW 272Y registered?

FRW 272Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 16 November 1982.

Is FRW 272Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRW 272Y 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.

Does FRW 272Y have outstanding finance?

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