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OFD 666W

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,973 mi
Last recorded58,973 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFD 666W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2020 58,973 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 58,651 miles

Coolant leak water pump ()

Front exhaust joint clamp slightly loose

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play lower column U.J. (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 58,571 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 58,413 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 58,336 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 58,137 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 57,907 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 57,837 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 57,660 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 57,310 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 57,000 miles

leak on water pump

Pass 30 Sep 2009 56,572 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 56,572 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.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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OFD 666W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 OFD 666W, 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.

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What year was OFD 666W registered?

OFD 666W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is OFD 666W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFD 666W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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