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HJH 848W

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,446 mi
Last recorded61,446 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJH 848W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2020 61,446 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 61,393 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 61,239 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 61,197 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 61,042 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 60,573 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 60,535 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2014 60,247 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 60,247 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

oil leak from engine rocker box seal. n/s

Pass 28 Jul 2012 59,585 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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HJH 848W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 51,133 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 HJH 848W, 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 46 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HJH 848W registered?

HJH 848W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 25 September 1980.

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