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A709 PBH

1984 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

59,621 mi
Last recorded59,621 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 1984 Talbot Express76,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA709 PBH
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 59,621 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box holed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

condensation in o/s headlamp

Fail 24 Aug 2023 59,621 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box holed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

condensation in o/s headlamp

Pass 6 Sep 2022 59,052 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 58,950 miles

Central Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2021 58,950 miles

Central Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 58,921 miles

Central Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 58,894 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 58,866 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 58,728 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 58,468 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 58,088 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 57,943 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 57,640 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 57,442 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 57,302 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 57,027 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 56,731 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 56,321 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 55,995 miles

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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A709 PBH is a 1984 Talbot Express in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1984 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 76,888 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 A709 PBH, 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 42 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A709 PBH is a 1984 Talbot Express, first registered on 28 March 1984.

Is A709 PBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A709 PBH shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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