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UFK 944X

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,994 mi
Last recorded93,994 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFK 944X
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 93,994 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 93,088 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 93,052 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 93,028 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 92,944 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 92,928 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 92,758 miles

knock from steering rack

Fail 28 Aug 2015 92,749 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

knock from steering rack

Pass 25 Jun 2009 92,704 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 92,548 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 91,011 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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UFK 944X is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 UFK 944X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UFK 944X registered?

UFK 944X is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is UFK 944X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFK 944X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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