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HRD 33W

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,154 mi
Last recorded64,154 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2016
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRD 33W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2016 64,154 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 63,789 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 62,882 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 62,820 miles

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 61,618 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 61,616 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 60,476 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 58,122 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 58,115 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 56,122 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 54,515 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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HRD 33W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 63,246 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 HRD 33W, 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 45 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 HRD 33W registered?

HRD 33W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 22 January 1981.

Is HRD 33W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRD 33W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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