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THX 862F

1968 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,727 mi
Last recorded33,727 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2006
Typical for 1968 Talbot Sunbeam48,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTHX 862F
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2006 33,727 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 33,727 miles

Nearside Inner Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.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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THX 862F is a 1968 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1968 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 48,917 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 THX 862F, 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 58 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was THX 862F registered?

THX 862F is a 1968 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 7 March 1968.

Is THX 862F safe to buy?

The MOT history for THX 862F shows 2 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 THX 862F have outstanding finance?

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