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NJS 658S

1978 Talbot Sunbeam

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,831 mi
Last recorded16,831 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2013
Typical for 1978 Talbot Sunbeam41,243 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJS 658S
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2013 16,831 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

steering rack nearside rubber mounting deteriorated

Fail 14 Mar 2013 16,831 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 16,831 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2011 16,831 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 16,831 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 16,831 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 16,831 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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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

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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.

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