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VWJ 951F

1985 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,801 mi
Last recorded5,801 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWJ 951F
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 5,801 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 58,000 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 5,800 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 5,800 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2013 5,800 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 5,800 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2010 5,800 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 5,800 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 5,678 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 5,462 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 5,462 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VWJ 951F is a 1985 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VWJ 951F, 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 41 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 VWJ 951F registered?

VWJ 951F is a 1985 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 20 June 1985.

Is VWJ 951F safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWJ 951F 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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