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MUT 490

1956 Sunbeam Talbot 90

Black Petrol 2267cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,579 mi
Last recorded38,579 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUT 490
MakeSunbeam
ModelTalbot 90
Year1956
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,267cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2011 38,579 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 38,518 miles

both inner sills starting to corrode

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Talbot 90?

Based on 708 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
375
Miles/Year
75
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 21
brake binding 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 11
Stop lamp not working 10
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MUT 490 is a 1956 Sunbeam Talbot 90 in Black with a 2,267cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Talbot 90 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MUT 490, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Talbot 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 75 years. At 70 years old, this Sunbeam Talbot 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of MUT 490?

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What year was MUT 490 registered?

MUT 490 is a 1956 Sunbeam Talbot 90, first registered on 2 January 1956.

Is MUT 490 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MUT 490 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MUT 490 have outstanding finance?

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