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B699 XKE

1985 Talbot Express

White Lpg 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,594 mi
Last recorded74,594 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 1985 Talbot Express77,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB699 XKE
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 74,594 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 73,736 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 73,736 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 73,503 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion both sides (6.1.B.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2017 73,503 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion both sides (6.1.B.2)

Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 May 2016 71,984 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.2.C.1c)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 May 2015 71,402 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 70,489 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 70,039 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 69,529 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 69,105 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 24 May 2008 67,896 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 66,523 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 66,498 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

The n/s and o/s front and n/s rear tyres are all perished.

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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B699 XKE is a 1985 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 B699 XKE, 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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B699 XKE is a 1985 Talbot Express, first registered on 18 March 1985.

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