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MSG 575T

1979 Talbot Sunbeam

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

39,989 mi
Last recorded39,989 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2011
Typical for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam42,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSG 575T
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2011 39,989 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 39,989 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 24 Apr 2009 39,989 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 39,989 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 39,989 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 39,987 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 39,487 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 39,487 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MSG 575T is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1979 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 42,814 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 MSG 575T, 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 47 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of MSG 575T?

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What year was MSG 575T registered?

MSG 575T is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 15 May 1979.

Is MSG 575T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSG 575T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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