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GEG 381Y

1983 Talbot Samba

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,789 mi
Last recorded57,789 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2011
Typical for 1983 Talbot Samba42,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEG 381Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2011 57,789 miles

some corrosion ok with test tool but a hammer could make a hole

some corrsion out of perscribed area

varoius bushes deterioated

wheel bearing slightly noisey

How Reliable is the Talbot Samba?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
388
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
brake binding 42
brake recording little or no effort 33
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
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GEG 381Y is a 1983 Talbot Samba in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Talbot Samba models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 42,747 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Samba fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GEG 381Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Samba typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Talbot Samba is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GEG 381Y registered?

GEG 381Y is a 1983 Talbot Samba, first registered on 6 May 1983.

Is GEG 381Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEG 381Y shows 1 test 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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