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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Talbot Samba. Check any Samba by registration number below.

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90.5%

Avg Pass Rate

+26.2%

vs Talbot Avg

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Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Talbot Samba — MOT Reliability Overview

The Talbot Samba has an average MOT pass rate of 90.5%, which is 26.2 percentage points above the Talbot brand average of 64.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Samba is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Talbot Samba, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Talbot Samba performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 21 vehicles

90.5%Excellent
Talbot average: 64.3%
Mileage at 5yr

52k mi

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Talbot Samba — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Talbot Samba MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Talbot Samba?
The average MOT pass rate for the Talbot Samba is 90.5% compared to the Talbot average of 64.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Talbot Samba?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Talbot Samba reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.5%, the Talbot Samba is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Talbot Samba?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Talbot Samba?
Typical mileage for the Talbot Samba: 51,704 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Samba to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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