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YFL 543T

1979 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam42,814 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFL 543T
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2017 134,302 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Jan 2017 134,302 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 34,302 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 3,430 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 2 May 2014 3,430 miles

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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YFL 543T is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 42,814 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YFL 543T, 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 47 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 YFL 543T registered?

YFL 543T is a 1979 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is YFL 543T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFL 543T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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