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SKW 16Y

1982 Talbot Samba

White Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,215 mi
Last recorded60,215 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2016
Typical for 1982 Talbot Samba56,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKW 16Y
MakeTalbot
ModelSamba
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Dec 2016 60,215 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 48,209 miles

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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SKW 16Y is a 1982 Talbot Samba in White with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SKW 16Y, 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.

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What year was SKW 16Y registered?

SKW 16Y is a 1982 Talbot Samba, first registered on 12 August 1982.

Is SKW 16Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKW 16Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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