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NFC 205W

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,747 mi
Last recorded84,747 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFC 205W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 84,747 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

general under body surface corrosion

Fail 2 Jun 2021 84,747 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

general under body surface corrosion

Pass 18 Jul 2019 84,605 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to all underside including both inner sills

Fail 18 Jul 2019 84,605 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

surface corrosion to all underside including both inner sills

Pass 12 Jul 2018 84,142 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both inner sills slightly corroded

Fail 11 Jul 2018 84,142 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working x2 (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2016 83,663 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 81,456 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 79,366 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 78,046 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 76,593 miles

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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NFC 205W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 NFC 205W, 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

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What year was NFC 205W registered?

NFC 205W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 10 April 1981.

Is NFC 205W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFC 205W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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