MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
105,631 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect euro lights fitted (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect euro lights fitted (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill in several places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Central Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
underside heavily plated and underseal
Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
underside heavily plated and undersealed
Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
underside heavily plated and undersealed
Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed spare fitted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
general underside corrosion and heavily plate
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
general underside corrosion and heavily plate
Nearside Front outrigger heavily corroded
general underside corrosion
headlight diffusers fitted
Nearside Front outrigger heavily corroded
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
general underside corrosion
headlight diffusers fitted
Nearside Front outrigger and jacking point weakened by corrosion
general underside corrosion and heavily welded
headlight diffusers used obtain pattern
Nearside Front outrigger and jacking point weakened by corrosion
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
general underside corrosion and heavily welded
headlight diffusers used obtain pattern
Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement gearbox mounting (6.1.D.1a)
Offside Rear corner bumper loose
general underside corrosion and wheel arches filled
Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement gearbox mounting (6.1.D.1a)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Rear corner bumper loose
general underside corrosion and wheel arches filled
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
drivers seat loose in runners
foot brake long travel
general underside corrosion, heavily welded and o/s/r wheel arch filler cracking
Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
drivers seat loose in runners
foot brake long travel
general underside corrosion, heavily welded and o/s/r wheel arch filler cracking
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
filler in rear wheel arches
general underside corrosion and extensive welding repairs
Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
all wheel arches filled
chassis under o/s/f wheel arch corroded
general underside corrosion and heavily plated
Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
all wheel arches filled
chassis under o/s/f wheel arch corroded
general underside corrosion and heavily plated
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
exhaust rubbers cracked
front exhaust clamp broken
general underside corrosion and heavily plated
o/s/r wheel arch corroded
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
exhaust rubbers cracked
front exhaust clamp broken
general underside corrosion and heavily plated
o/s/r wheel arch corroded
Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
all wheel arches repaired by filling
o/s centre outrigger damaged
renovated vehicle heavily plated and undersealed
Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Rear Upper Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Offside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Offside Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
general underside corrosion
o/s centre outrigger damaged
o/s/f chassis corroded under wing
o/s/r wheel arch filler
Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
corrosion around n/s door step
front brake discs rusty
general corrosion on underside of vehicle
n/s outer cv boot has small split
Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
corrosion around n/s door step
front brake discs rusty
general corrosion on underside of vehicle
n/s outer cv boot has small split
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B183 OAJ is a 1985 Talbot Express in Beige with a 2,445cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.
Across all 1985 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 77,632 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 B183 OAJ, 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 41 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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B183 OAJ is a 1985 Talbot Express, first registered on 22 February 1985.
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