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KGK 711Y

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,721 mi
Last recorded44,721 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2009
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGK 711Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2009 44,721 miles

ADVISED-ALTHOUGH NOT INSECURE, N/S AND O/S REAR WHEELS HAVE 3 NUTS EACH THAT ARE NOT QUITE FULLY THREADED.

ADVISED-N/S AND O/S FRONT AND N/S REAR SHOCK ABSORBER DUST GAITERS SLIGHTLY PERISHED.

ADVISED-N/S FRONT TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN MORE ON INSIDE TREAD.

ADVISED-SLIGHT SURFACE CORROSION ON ALL REAR BRAKE PIPES.

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Fail 28 Jul 2009 44,720 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering column flexible coupling retaining device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

ADVISED-ALTHOUGH NOT INSECURE, N/S AND O/S REAR WHEELS HAVE 3 NUTS EACH THAT ARE NOT QUITE FULLY THREADED.

ADVISED-N/S AND O/S FRONT AND N/S REAR SHOCK ABSORBER DUST GAITERS SLIGHTLY PERISHED.

ADVISED-N/S FRONT TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN MORE ON INSIDE TREAD.

ADVISED-SLIGHT SURFACE CORROSION ON ALL REAR BRAKE PIPES.

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 5 Jul 2007 44,266 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 40,174 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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KGK 711Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 65,041 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 KGK 711Y, 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 44 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KGK 711Y registered?

KGK 711Y is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 9 September 1982.

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