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B788 XYP

1985 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

41,484 mi
Last recorded41,484 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1985 Talbot Express77,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB788 XYP
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 41,484 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osf and nsf (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osr and nsr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside has light corrotion

Pass 18 May 2022 41,476 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

underside has light surface corrotion

Fail 18 May 2022 41,476 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

underside has light surface corrotion

Pass 21 Mar 2018 41,377 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 41,377 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 41,141 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 40,033 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 40,033 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2010 36,157 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 36,236 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 35,548 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 35,546 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 35,007 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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B788 XYP is a 1985 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 B788 XYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B788 XYP registered?

B788 XYP is a 1985 Talbot Express, first registered on 4 February 1985.

Is B788 XYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B788 XYP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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