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GCR 314X

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,905 mi
Last recorded57,905 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCR 314X
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 57,905 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 57,508 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 56,991 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 21,201 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 56,533 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 55,858 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 55,245 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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GCR 314X is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GCR 314X, 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 GCR 314X registered?

GCR 314X is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 27 January 1982.

Is GCR 314X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCR 314X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GCR 314X have outstanding finance?

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