Talbot Sunbeam ls vs Talbot Super minx: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Talbot Sunbeam ls
83%
MOT pass rate · 24,225 vehicles
Talbot Super minx
81%
MOT pass rate · 16 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Talbot Sunbeam ls (83%) and Talbot Super minx (81%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Talbot Sunbeam ls | Talbot Super minx |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 83% ✓ | 81% |
| MOT failure rate | 17% ✓ | 19% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.6 ✓ | 1.3 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% | 0% |
| Average mileage | 38,715 mi | 68,377 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 24,225 | 16 |
Most common faults
Talbot Sunbeam ls
- Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- footbrake travel low
- front brake discs corroded
- front brake pads appear wearing thin
- rear brakes noisy
- Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Talbot Super minx
- Oil leak
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Talbot Sunbeam ls (83%) and Talbot Super minx (81%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Talbot Sunbeam ls report Full Talbot Super minx report Most reliable cars
Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.