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CXI 833

1989 Talbot Express

Blue Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,654 mi
Last recorded53,654 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCXI 833
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 53,654 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2022 53,654 miles

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2021 50,107 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 45,422 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 45,413 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 45,259 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2011 44,897 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 44,897 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 May 2010 44,853 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2010 44,853 miles

Nearside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 44,295 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 May 2008 44,216 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 42,433 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 May 2006 40,601 miles

Nearside Front 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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CXI 833 is a 1989 Talbot Express in Blue with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 76,076 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 CXI 833, 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 37 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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CXI 833 is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 25 May 1989.

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