MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,831 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
steering rack nearside rubber mounting deteriorated
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
steering rack nearside rubber mounting deteriorated
rally type tyres fitted to front and rear wheels.tyres are e marked.clarified by vosa as road tyres at 11.30 and at 12.05
steering rack end bearings showing signs of wear
Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
steering rack end bearings showing signs of wear
How Reliable is the Talbot Sunbeam?
Based on 5,538 MOT tests across 814 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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NJS 658S is a 1978 Talbot Sunbeam in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1978 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 41,243 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 NJS 658S, 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 48 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 NJS 658S?
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What year was NJS 658S registered?
NJS 658S is a 1978 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 12 July 1978.
Is NJS 658S safe to buy?
The MOT history for NJS 658S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does NJS 658S have outstanding finance?
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