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NKR 551W

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

71,488 mi
Last recorded71,488 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKR 551W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 71,488 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 71,485 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 70,825 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 70,172 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 69,661 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 69,412 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 69,244 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s outer to inner sill coroding

Pass 1 Jun 2016 69,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2015 68,989 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 68,260 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 68,206 miles

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

unable to fully inspect repairsto o/s sill due to underseal

Pass 18 Mar 2011 68,119 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

no rear seat belts fitted [not reqd due to age]

Pass 12 Mar 2010 67,740 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

light corrosion on o/s/f chassis.

Pass 20 Mar 2009 67,176 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 67,175 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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NKR 551W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NKR 551W, 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.

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What year was NKR 551W registered?

NKR 551W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is NKR 551W safe to buy?

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