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JNG 99V

1979 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,457 mi
Last recorded84,457 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam42,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNG 99V
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2016 84,457 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 82,737 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2014 82,734 miles

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

offside and nearside front jacking points poorly repaired, not within a prescribed area

Pass 1 Sep 2010 82,697 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 82,294 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 81,727 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 81,134 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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JNG 99V is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 JNG 99V, 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.

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What year was JNG 99V registered?

JNG 99V is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 6 September 1979.

Is JNG 99V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNG 99V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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