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UJL 541K

1972 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,157 mi
Last recorded44,157 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJL 541K
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 44,157 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 44,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2009 44,019 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 43,951 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 43,839 miles

extra lights on vehiclenot required for mot but not failure

Pass 21 Apr 2006 43,684 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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UJL 541K is a 1972 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UJL 541K, 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 54 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 UJL 541K registered?

UJL 541K is a 1972 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 22 June 1972.

Is UJL 541K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJL 541K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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