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HUD 58W

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

87,878 mi
Last recorded87,878 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUD 58W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 87,878 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 86,603 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Sep 2016 84,748 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 82,472 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 80,896 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 78,537 miles

Front valance corroded

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 20 Jul 2012 76,836 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 75,535 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 May 2010 73,677 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 72,278 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 72,278 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

nearside rear axle leaking oil on to brakes

off side front brake disc, inner braking surface reduced by corrosion

slight play offside rear hub

Pass 27 Jun 2008 70,744 miles

slight end play in osr axle

slight weep from nsr axle

Pass 18 Jul 2007 68,428 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 66,853 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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HUD 58W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 HUD 58W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HUD 58W registered?

HUD 58W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 7 August 1980.

Is HUD 58W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUD 58W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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