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ORW 171W

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,067 mi
Last recorded78,067 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2009
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORW 171W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2009 78,067 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 78,052 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fail 1 Jul 2009 74,046 miles

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

no rear seat belts fitted

unable to see welding repairs due to underseal nearside and offside

Pass 2 Jan 2008 77,708 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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ORW 171W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 ORW 171W, 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

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What year was ORW 171W registered?

ORW 171W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 23 October 1980.

Is ORW 171W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORW 171W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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