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WRE 589

1951 Sunbeam Talbot 90

Blue Petrol 2267cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,378 mi
Last recorded47,378 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2012
Typical for 1951 Sunbeam Talbot 9057,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRE 589
MakeSunbeam
ModelTalbot 90
Year1951
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,267cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2012 47,378 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 44,813 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 42,700 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 42,204 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 41,258 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Talbot 90?

Based on 708 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
375
Miles/Year
75
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 21
brake binding 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 11
Stop lamp not working 10
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WRE 589 is a 1951 Sunbeam Talbot 90 in Blue with a 2,267cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1951 Sunbeam Talbot 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 57,723 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Talbot 90 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WRE 589, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Talbot 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 75 years. At 75 years old, this Sunbeam Talbot 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WRE 589 registered?

WRE 589 is a 1951 Sunbeam Talbot 90, first registered on 16 October 1951.

Is WRE 589 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRE 589 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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