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LRS 825W

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,260 mi
Last recorded78,260 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2010
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRS 825W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2010 78,260 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 78,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 19 Apr 2006 78,260 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2006 78,260 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not a constant note (1.7.1e)

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LRS 825W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LRS 825W, 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

How do I check the history of LRS 825W?

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What year was LRS 825W registered?

LRS 825W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is LRS 825W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRS 825W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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