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HSH 990Y

1982 Talbot Samba

Red Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1982 Talbot Samba56,385 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSH 990Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2019

Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jan 2019

Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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HSH 990Y is a 1982 Talbot Samba in Red with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 HSH 990Y, 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

How do I check the history of HSH 990Y?

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What year was HSH 990Y registered?

HSH 990Y is a 1982 Talbot Samba, first registered on 31 March 1982.

Is HSH 990Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSH 990Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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