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PHP 960W

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

69,415 mi
Last recorded69,415 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHP 960W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2025 69,415 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 68,377 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 68,365 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 67,992 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 67,992 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 67,666 miles

Front registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 67,666 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 66,668 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 65,619 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 65,616 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 65,616 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush 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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PHP 960W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 PHP 960W, 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 PHP 960W registered?

PHP 960W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 2 December 1980.

Is PHP 960W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHP 960W shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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