CarVerify

Free Car Check

LWJ 72W

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

White Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi
4 checks still locked for this Talbot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWJ 72W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

fan switch cover loose but still secure at time of test

Pass 24 Apr 2025

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2022

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2021

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2020

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2019
Pass 6 Apr 2018
Pass 14 Mar 2017
Pass 7 Apr 2016
Pass 10 Apr 2015
Fail 9 Apr 2015

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2014
Pass 1 Mar 2013 48,976 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 48,901 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 48,901 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 46,522 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 47,939 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 47,435 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 47,244 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 47,244 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 47,244 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 47,244 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 47,244 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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
Full Talbot Sunbeam reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LWJ 72W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 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 LWJ 72W, 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 LWJ 72W?

You can check the full history of LWJ 72W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LWJ 72W registered?

LWJ 72W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 15 April 1981.

Is LWJ 72W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWJ 72W shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LWJ 72W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LWJ 72W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.