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C842 XFD

1986 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

136,758 mi
Last recorded136,758 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1986 Talbot Express79,125 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC842 XFD
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 6 Sep 2017 136,758 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded engine bay (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill front of wheel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting inner sill (6.6.6)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 137,976 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 137,976 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 137,455 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 137,455 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 136,613 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 May 2013 135,321 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 135,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 135,302 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 135,302 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 134,437 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 134,437 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2010 134,227 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 134,227 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 132,601 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 132,601 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 131,941 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 130,938 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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C842 XFD is a 1986 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1986 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 79,125 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 C842 XFD, 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 40 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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C842 XFD is a 1986 Talbot Express, first registered on 21 February 1986.

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