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VPO 551F

1968 Talbot Sunbeam

Purple Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,168 mi
Last recorded1,168 miles
Recorded on10 May 2012
Typical for 1968 Talbot Sunbeam48,917 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPO 551F
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1968
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 May 2012 1,168 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 892 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 427 miles

slight imbalance front brakes

vehicle heavily undersieled

Pass 14 Jun 2007 176 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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VPO 551F is a 1968 Talbot Sunbeam in Purple with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 48,917 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VPO 551F, 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 58 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VPO 551F registered?

VPO 551F is a 1968 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 1 March 1968.

Is VPO 551F safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPO 551F 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.

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