MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,602 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
general corrosion at prescribed area+suspension components
Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
general corrosion at prescribed area+suspension components
vehicle showing signs of corrosion
How Reliable is the Talbot Samba?
Based on 1,098 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YIA 123 is a 1985 Talbot Samba in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1985 Talbot Samba models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 64,049 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 YIA 123, 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 41 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 YIA 123?
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What year was YIA 123 registered?
YIA 123 is a 1985 Talbot Samba, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is YIA 123 safe to buy?
The MOT history for YIA 123 shows 3 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.
Does YIA 123 have outstanding finance?
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