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ERY 970C

1965 Talbot Sunbeam

Red Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

6,343 mi
Last recorded6,343 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1965 Talbot Sunbeam47,165 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERY 970C
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 6,343 miles

Converted to rally use.

Pass 10 Nov 2014 6,279 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

center exhaust slightly damaged

Pass 9 Aug 2013 5,852 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2013 5,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 5,793 miles

slight exhaust blows

slight wear in steering rack

Fail 4 Jul 2012 5,793 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight exhaust blows

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 14 Apr 2011 5,727 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 5,727 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 5,724 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 5,206 miles

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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ERY 970C is a 1965 Talbot Sunbeam in Red with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1965 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 47,165 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 ERY 970C, 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 61 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ERY 970C registered?

ERY 970C is a 1965 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 19 October 1965.

Is ERY 970C safe to buy?

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