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CDZ 6401

1987 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

119,525 mi
Last recorded119,525 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 Talbot Express79,401 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDZ 6401
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 119,525 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2025 119,516 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 110,711 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 110,424 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 109,460 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 108,543 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 108,526 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 108,510 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 108,476 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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CDZ 6401 is a 1987 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1987 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 79,401 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 CDZ 6401, 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 39 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CDZ 6401?

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What year was CDZ 6401 registered?

CDZ 6401 is a 1987 Talbot Express, first registered on 13 April 1987.

Is CDZ 6401 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDZ 6401 shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CDZ 6401 have outstanding finance?

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