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TNS 295W

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

1,440 mi
Last recorded1,440 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNS 295W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 1,440 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 1,406 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 1,406 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 1,159 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015
Fail 9 Sep 2015

Centre Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 11 Sep 2014
Fail 11 Sep 2014

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

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/r upper suspension arm has slight play in joint

Pass 12 Sep 2013
Fail 12 Sep 2013

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 May 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sticker in windscreen but not effecting drivers view

Fail 21 Apr 2011

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 21 Apr 2011
Pass 19 Mar 2010 28,344 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 28,344 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 28,344 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 27,621 miles

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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TNS 295W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 TNS 295W, 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 TNS 295W registered?

TNS 295W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 13 February 1981.

Is TNS 295W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNS 295W shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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