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TOY 419W

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

73,744 mi
Last recorded73,744 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2009
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOY 419W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2009 73,744 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 73,744 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front chassis rails and some surrounding areas poorly welded

nearsiderear brake binding

offside rear light unit loose

play offside fronttrack rod end

somebrake pipes rusty

Pass 15 Sep 2008 73,580 miles

PLAY IN FRONT TIE BAR BUSHERS EXHAUST BLOWING AT JOINTS & MOUTINGS SPLIT & MISSING

Pass 11 Sep 2007 73,492 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 73,492 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 73,421 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 73,421 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres on the limit

requires complete set of exhaust mountings

Pass 6 Aug 2005 73,294 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2005 73,294 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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TOY 419W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 TOY 419W, 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 TOY 419W registered?

TOY 419W is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is TOY 419W safe to buy?

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