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RRW 595W

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

White Petrol 928cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,439 mi
Last recorded60,439 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2009
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRW 595W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine928cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2009 60,439 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 60,439 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 60,439 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) locking device missing (3.1.4b)

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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RRW 595W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in White with a 928cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 63,246 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 RRW 595W, 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 45 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RRW 595W registered?

RRW 595W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is RRW 595W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRW 595W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RRW 595W have outstanding finance?

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