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WKV 244X

1981 Talbot Sunbeam

Orange Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,435 mi
Last recorded66,435 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Talbot Sunbeam63,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKV 244X
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 66,435 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 65,413 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 64,583 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 63,642 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 63,248 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2009 63,243 miles

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

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

Offside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 62,799 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 62,754 miles

Slight play in the n/s/f strut top.

n/s/f strut support panel weak.

n/s/r foot and handbrake slow on take up.

Pass 26 Jun 2006 62,740 miles

both sills are weak

there is slight play in the rack

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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WKV 244X is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam in Orange with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WKV 244X, 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 WKV 244X registered?

WKV 244X is a 1981 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 11 December 1981.

Is WKV 244X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKV 244X shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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