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LRN 387X

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,228 mi
Last recorded52,228 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2012
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRN 387X
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2012 52,228 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 52,054 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 52,054 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 52,054 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 52,054 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 52,043 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 52,029 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 51,356 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 51,309 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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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LRN 387X is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 63,246 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 LRN 387X, 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 45 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LRN 387X?

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What year was LRN 387X registered?

LRN 387X is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 4 September 1981.

Is LRN 387X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRN 387X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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