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WLN 886X

1982 Talbot Sunbeam

Orange Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,567 mi
Last recorded75,567 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 1982 Talbot Sunbeam65,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLN 886X
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1982
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2022 75,567 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 75,180 miles

Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Lower Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 75,030 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Play in both front shocks

Front Washers working but weak

Rear Exhaust noisy

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bushes. Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 74,693 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush Both front bushes (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Front Minor play in rack, bronze bush

Nearside Front Minor play in shock

Rear Fog light switch works but can be difficult, new switch advised

Rear Roll cage fitted, rear seats not in use,

Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both rear bearings (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 74,288 miles

Nearside Rear Side light dim

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Roll cage fitted to vehicle and bucket sets with harnesses

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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WLN 886X is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in Orange with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 65,041 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 WLN 886X, 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 44 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 WLN 886X registered?

WLN 886X is a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 February 1982.

Is WLN 886X safe to buy?

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