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OOD 147

1953 Talbot Sunbeam

Green Petrol 2267cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,612 mi
Last recorded87,612 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOD 147
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1953
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,267cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2018 87,612 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 84,057 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 82,434 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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OOD 147 is a 1953 Talbot Sunbeam in Green with a 2,267cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OOD 147, 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 73 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OOD 147 registered?

OOD 147 is a 1953 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 July 1953.

Is OOD 147 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOD 147 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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