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160 XPF

1990 Talbot Express

Beige Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,499 mi
Last recorded48,499 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express73,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration160 XPF
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1990
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 48,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated various connection on battery (4.11 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 48,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner tyre side wall partial failure starting to tear open (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated various connection on battery (4.11 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective image weak (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 47,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2024 47,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 47,114 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured under bonnet (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bush worn in rear spring eye (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bush worn in rear spring eye (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2022 47,108 miles

Nearside Upper Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect wrong head lamp fitted to vehicle [left hand drive ] kick up wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured under bonnet (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bush worn in rear spring eye (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bush worn in rear spring eye (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Upper Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 46,904 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 46,904 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2014 46,277 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 45,253 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 43,999 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 42,298 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 40,554 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 39,341 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 38,115 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 37,963 miles

Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 37,223 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 37,223 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Talbot Express?

Based on 171,025 MOT tests across 8,371 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
1,204
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,026
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,909
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,861
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,297
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160 XPF is a 1990 Talbot Express in Beige with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 73,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 160 XPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 36 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 160 XPF registered?

160 XPF is a 1990 Talbot Express, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is 160 XPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 160 XPF shows 18 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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