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FWW 780C

1965 Talbot Sunbeam

Green Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,322 mi
Last recorded48,322 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 1965 Talbot Sunbeam47,165 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWW 780C
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 48,322 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

osf tyre has deep cut but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 30 Sep 2011 48,289 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 48,269 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 48,259 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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FWW 780C is a 1965 Talbot Sunbeam in Green with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FWW 780C, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FWW 780C?

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What year was FWW 780C registered?

FWW 780C is a 1965 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 19 March 1965.

Is FWW 780C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWW 780C shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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