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NVC 708W

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,808 mi
Last recorded83,808 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVC 708W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 83,808 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 83,637 miles

Designed with racing seats and harnesses for motorsport

Fail 18 Jan 2016 83,637 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Designed with racing seats and harnesses for motorsport

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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NVC 708W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 51,133 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 NVC 708W, 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 46 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 NVC 708W?

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What year was NVC 708W registered?

NVC 708W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 13 August 1980.

Is NVC 708W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVC 708W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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