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TSL 16V

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,847 mi
Last recorded73,847 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSL 16V
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 73,847 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front wiper blade poor on screen

signs of welding repair to floor

Pass 22 May 2008 73,334 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 73,334 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside 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)

damage to os sill panel

front suspension bushes perrished

front wipers poor

Pass 9 Oct 2006 72,466 miles

co content at idle close to limit

n/s/f shock weak

o/s/f tyre close to limit

some play in steering rack

underbody shows welded repairs

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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TSL 16V is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TSL 16V, 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 TSL 16V registered?

TSL 16V is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 19 August 1981.

Is TSL 16V safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSL 16V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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