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FTG 898

2002 Sunbeam Talbot 90

Grey Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,167 mi
Last recorded48,167 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTG 898
MakeSunbeam
ModelTalbot 90
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2012 48,167 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 48,096 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

tyre walls perished

Pass 9 Jun 2008 47,991 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 47,320 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 47,924 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Talbot 90?

Based on 708 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
375
Miles/Year
75
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 21
brake binding 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 11
Stop lamp not working 10
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FTG 898 is a 2002 Sunbeam Talbot 90 in Grey with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Talbot 90 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FTG 898, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Talbot 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 75 years. At 24 years old, this Sunbeam Talbot 90 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FTG 898 registered?

FTG 898 is a 2002 Sunbeam Talbot 90, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is FTG 898 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTG 898 shows 5 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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