MOT Status
ValidMileage
69,347 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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Coolant leak
Oil leak
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)
Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Coolant leak
Oil leak
slight play in nearside radious rear arm bush
slight play in steering rack
How Reliable is the Talbot Sunbeam?
Based on 5,538 MOT tests across 814 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JKV 87V is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
Across all 1979 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 42,814 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 JKV 87V, 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 47 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of JKV 87V?
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What year was JKV 87V registered?
JKV 87V is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 14 December 1979.
Is JKV 87V safe to buy?
The MOT history for JKV 87V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does JKV 87V have outstanding finance?
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