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UKL 88X

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Black Petrol 2172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,433 mi
Last recorded74,433 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKL 88X
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 74,433 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 74,433 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 74,433 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 74,433 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 74,435 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 74,433 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 74,433 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 73,876 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 72,998 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 153,255 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 153,033 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

play in n/s steering rack

Fail 4 May 2010 153,033 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

play in n/s steering rack

Pass 13 Feb 2009 151,555 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 151,555 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2007 151,249 miles

oil on o/s/f brake caliper and on o/s track rod end

Pass 30 Oct 2006 150,629 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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UKL 88X is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Black with a 2,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UKL 88X, 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 UKL 88X registered?

UKL 88X is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 5 October 1981.

Is UKL 88X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKL 88X shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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