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SPO 363

1955 Sunbeam Talbot 90

Grey Petrol 2267cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,236 mi
Last recorded96,236 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPO 363
MakeSunbeam
ModelTalbot 90
Year1955
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,267cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2009 96,236 miles

Battery insecure

n/s/r tyre slightly perished

o/s/f top bump stop missing

o/s/r bump stop missing

Pass 6 Jun 2008 96,236 miles

slight cracking to side walls of both rear tyres

Pass 2 Jun 2007 96,236 miles

Battery insecure

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

brake fluid resevoir pipe corroded

nearside and offside rear hub seals appear to be leaking

nearside rear tyre perished

Fail 31 May 2007 96,236 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Battery insecure

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

brake fluid resevoir pipe corroded

nearside and offside rear hub seals appear to be leaking

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 7 Jun 2006 96,236 miles

AS VT32 TEST No 404958956196

Fail 7 Jun 2006 96,236 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

near side rear door does not open from inside or out

off side & near side half shaft oil seals

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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SPO 363 is a 1955 Sunbeam Talbot 90 in Grey with a 2,267cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SPO 363, 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 71 years old, this Sunbeam Talbot 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SPO 363 registered?

SPO 363 is a 1955 Sunbeam Talbot 90, first registered on 28 January 1955.

Is SPO 363 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPO 363 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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