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KAC 949V

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

49,101 mi
Last recorded49,101 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAC 949V
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2011 49,101 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

bottom balljoint slight play

slight corrosion to body

Pass 6 Nov 2008 41,863 miles

emissions co low/hc high

front floors outriggers rusted

nearside steering rack wear

Fail 4 Nov 2008 41,863 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

emissions co low/hc high

front floors outriggers rusted

nearside steering rack wear

Pass 24 Oct 2005 41,555 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 14,554 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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KAC 949V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 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 KAC 949V, 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 KAC 949V registered?

KAC 949V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 9 January 1980.

Is KAC 949V safe to buy?

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