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B331 DEG

1985 Talbot Express

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,519 mi
Last recorded30,519 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2011
Typical for 1985 Talbot Express77,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB331 DEG
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2011 30,519 miles

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

rear exhaust rubber mountings perished

Pass 15 Feb 2010 30,470 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 30,235 miles

both sides rear tyres cracked and perished.

Pass 22 Jan 2008 30,042 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 29,746 miles

fuel smell from tank area(no leaks found)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 29,398 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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B331 DEG is a 1985 Talbot Express in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B331 DEG, 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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What year was B331 DEG registered?

B331 DEG is a 1985 Talbot Express, first registered on 12 March 1985.

Is B331 DEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B331 DEG shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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