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A15 VLW

1988 Talbot Express

Beige Diesel 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

64,267 mi
Last recorded64,267 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Talbot Express76,257 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 VLW
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 64,267 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 63,863 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 63,393 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 61,727 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 60,575 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 59,806 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 57,361 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 54,246 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 52,299 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 50,672 miles

exhaust blow

oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2015 49,838 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 49,347 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 48,731 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 73,043 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

main beam warning light inop

Fail 28 Apr 2007 73,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

main beam warning light inop

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2006 67,482 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 67,482 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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A15 VLW is a 1988 Talbot Express in Beige with a 1,971cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1988 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 76,257 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 A15 VLW, 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 38 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A15 VLW registered?

A15 VLW is a 1988 Talbot Express, first registered on 4 January 1988.

Is A15 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 VLW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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