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SFO 473

1953 Sunbeam Talbot 90

Cream Petrol 2267cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,630 mi
Last recorded66,630 miles
Recorded on19 May 2012
Typical for 1953 Sunbeam Talbot 9054,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Sunbeam
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFO 473
MakeSunbeam
ModelTalbot 90
Year1953
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,267cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 May 2012 66,630 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2011 65,829 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 63,270 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 59,810 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Talbot 90?

Based on 708 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
375
Miles/Year
75
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 21
brake binding 15
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 11
Stop lamp not working 10
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SFO 473 is a 1953 Sunbeam Talbot 90 in Cream with a 2,267cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Sunbeam Talbot 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 54,964 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Talbot 90 fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SFO 473, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Talbot 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 75 years. At 73 years old, this Sunbeam Talbot 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SFO 473?

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What year was SFO 473 registered?

SFO 473 is a 1953 Sunbeam Talbot 90, first registered on 27 May 1953.

Is SFO 473 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFO 473 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SFO 473 have outstanding finance?

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