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PGG 2V

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

White Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,135 mi
Last recorded84,135 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGG 2V
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 84,135 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 1,181 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 1,181 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 89,937 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 89,505 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 88,679 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 88,666 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2006 88,654 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS

Steering column flexible coupling insecure (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Steering column universal joint is slightly deteriorated (2.1.5)

Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust system rubbing on n/s rear tramp bar

rear seats removed

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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PGG 2V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in White with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PGG 2V, 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 PGG 2V registered?

PGG 2V is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 29 May 1980.

Is PGG 2V safe to buy?

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