MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
68,913 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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off side rear brake pipe is close to the hanbrake cable
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
front brake discs are corroded
slight rear brake imbalance
How Reliable is the Talbot Sunbeam?
Based on 5,538 MOT tests across 814 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BIG 260 is a 1966 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1966 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 38,197 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 BIG 260, 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 60 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of BIG 260?
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What year was BIG 260 registered?
BIG 260 is a 1966 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 22 April 1966.
Is BIG 260 safe to buy?
The MOT history for BIG 260 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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