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URO 798E

1968 Talbot Sunbeam

Orange Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,966 mi
Last recorded70,966 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1968 Talbot Sunbeam48,917 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURO 798E
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1968
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 70,966 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 70,798 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 70,284 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 70,073 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 70,073 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 May 2013 69,459 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 69,199 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 68,473 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 67,805 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 64,961 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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URO 798E is a 1968 Talbot Sunbeam in Orange with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1968 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 48,917 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 URO 798E, 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 58 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of URO 798E?

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What year was URO 798E registered?

URO 798E is a 1968 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 January 1968.

Is URO 798E safe to buy?

The MOT history for URO 798E shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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