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KAO 285V

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,471 mi
Last recorded56,471 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAO 285V
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 56,471 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 56,048 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 55,699 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 23,450 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 50,840 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 50,839 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 50,834 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 50,831 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 50,822 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2005 50,822 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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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KAO 285V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 KAO 285V, 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 KAO 285V registered?

KAO 285V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 17 April 1980.

Is KAO 285V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAO 285V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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