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CYA 535X

1982 Talbot Samba

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,873 mi
Last recorded75,873 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2008
Typical for 1982 Talbot Samba56,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYA 535X
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2008 75,873 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2007 72,074 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 72,073 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

extensive corrosion to rear subframe mounting area plated inside boot-boot rear member extensive corrosion not affecting mot

Pass 28 Jun 2006 68,226 miles

general corrosion in vehicle body and chasse okay for this test

Fail 21 Jun 2006 68,174 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2005 64,233 miles

slight free play in steering rack okay for this test.

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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CYA 535X is a 1982 Talbot Samba in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Talbot Samba models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 56,385 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 Samba fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CYA 535X, 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 44 years old, this Talbot Samba is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CYA 535X registered?

CYA 535X is a 1982 Talbot Samba, first registered on 18 February 1982.

Is CYA 535X safe to buy?

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