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PCD 120X

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

38,918 mi
Last recorded38,918 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2016
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCD 120X
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2016 38,918 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 38,918 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 38,900 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 38,900 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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PCD 120X is a 1982 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 1982 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 65,041 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 PCD 120X, 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 44 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 PCD 120X registered?

PCD 120X is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is PCD 120X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCD 120X 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.

Does PCD 120X have outstanding finance?

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