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A12 CVM

1989 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

85,050 mi
Last recorded85,050 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 CVM
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 85,050 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 65,214 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 28 Jun 2014 65,214 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 67,859 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 67,841 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 67,715 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 67,715 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Inner Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Battery insecure

Pass 6 Jul 2010 65,539 miles

N/S/R tyre poor condition

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 63,830 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 58,133 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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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A12 CVM is a 1989 Talbot Express in White with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 76,076 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 A12 CVM, 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 37 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 CVM registered?

A12 CVM is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A12 CVM safe to buy?

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