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JKM 519

1947 Talbot Sunbeam

Green Petrol 1185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,095 mi
Last recorded13,095 miles
Recorded on20 May 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKM 519
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1947
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,185cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 May 2011 13,095 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 13,058 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 8 May 2009 12,999 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 12,925 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 12,792 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 12,531 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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JKM 519 is a 1947 Talbot Sunbeam in Green with a 1,185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JKM 519, 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 79 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JKM 519 registered?

JKM 519 is a 1947 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 23 April 1947.

Is JKM 519 safe to buy?

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