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HYE 721C

1965 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,283 mi
Last recorded24,283 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2010
Typical for 1965 Talbot Sunbeam47,165 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYE 721C
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2010 24,283 miles

engine induction very noisy

front and rear brakes slightly unbalanced

Fail 10 Sep 2010 24,283 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

engine induction very noisy

Pass 9 Jun 2009 24,152 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

slight bind on nearside rear brake

Pass 1 Nov 2006 23,406 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 23,406 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2005 23,249 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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HYE 721C is a 1965 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1965 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 47,165 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 HYE 721C, 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 61 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HYE 721C?

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What year was HYE 721C registered?

HYE 721C is a 1965 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 21 July 1965.

Is HYE 721C safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYE 721C shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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