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LDV 154W

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

2,330 mi
Last recorded2,330 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2020
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDV 154W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2020 2,330 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 1,730 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 904 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 May 2017 486 miles

Oil leak ENGINE ()

Pass 7 May 2016 99,893 miles

OIL LEAK

Pass 25 Apr 2015 98,963 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2014 98,148 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 96,666 miles

10% imbalance on front service brakes

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2012 95,574 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 94,608 miles

12% imbalance on front service brakes

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2010 93,636 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

service brake pedal anti slip pad slightly detriorated

Pass 2 May 2009 93,001 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 May 2008 92,126 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 May 2008 92,126 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2007 90,735 miles

slight imbalance on front service brake 15%

Pass 8 May 2006 89,078 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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LDV 154W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LDV 154W, 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.

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What year was LDV 154W registered?

LDV 154W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 30 August 1980.

Is LDV 154W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LDV 154W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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