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BIG 260

1966 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,913 mi
Last recorded68,913 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1966 Talbot Sunbeam38,197 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 260
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 68,913 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 68,784 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 68,731 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 68,623 miles

off side rear brake pipe is close to the hanbrake cable

Pass 2 Apr 2011 68,453 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 26 Mar 2011 68,453 miles

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.

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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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

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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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