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MGP 911Y

1983 Talbot Samba

Yellow Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,112 mi
Last recorded17,112 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Talbot Samba42,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGP 911Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2022 17,112 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 16,980 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 16,895 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 16,762 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 16,497 miles

eratic tick over

Pass 25 Jun 2012 16,226 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 16,120 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Samba?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
388
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
brake binding 42
brake recording little or no effort 33
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
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MGP 911Y is a 1983 Talbot Samba in Yellow with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Talbot Samba models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 42,747 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Samba fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGP 911Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Samba typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Talbot Samba is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MGP 911Y registered?

MGP 911Y is a 1983 Talbot Samba, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is MGP 911Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGP 911Y shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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