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C911 WDU

1985 Talbot Samba

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,732 mi
Last recorded65,732 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 1985 Talbot Samba64,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC911 WDU
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2020 65,732 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 65,676 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 65,555 miles

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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C911 WDU is a 1985 Talbot Samba in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests 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 C911 WDU, 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 C911 WDU registered?

C911 WDU is a 1985 Talbot Samba, first registered on 3 October 1985.

Is C911 WDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C911 WDU shows 3 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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