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B408 NLY

1985 Talbot Samba

Beige Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,932 mi
Last recorded17,932 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2006
Typical for 1985 Talbot Samba64,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB408 NLY
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2006 17,932 miles

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

How Reliable is the Talbot Samba?

Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
388
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
brake binding 42
brake recording little or no effort 33
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
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B408 NLY is a 1985 Talbot Samba in Beige with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Talbot Samba models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 64,049 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Samba fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B408 NLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Samba typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Talbot Samba is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B408 NLY registered?

B408 NLY is a 1985 Talbot Samba, first registered on 14 February 1985.

Is B408 NLY safe to buy?

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