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D130 GVC

1987 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,835 mi
Last recorded79,835 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 1987 Talbot Express79,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD130 GVC
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 79,835 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

lower engine mount worn

offside front inner wheel arch corroded

Fail 24 Aug 2024 79,827 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords axle 2 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure axle 3 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing axle 2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

lower engine mount worn

offside front inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2023 77,988 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

nearside door handle deteriorated

old water tank under vehicle corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2023 77,978 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

nearside door handle deteriorated

old water tank under vehicle corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2022 76,562 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 76,469 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2021 76,468 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 75,609 miles

Offside Rear 3rd axle slight brake bind

Fail 15 Jul 2019 75,609 miles

Front Fuel hose damaged injector return pipe (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3rd axle (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear 3rd axle slight brake bind

Pass 21 Jul 2018 75,324 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 75,322 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2014 74,930 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 73,686 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 72,317 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 71,495 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 71,452 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 69,088 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 68,287 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 67,133 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 64,544 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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D130 GVC is a 1987 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 D130 GVC, 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.

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D130 GVC is a 1987 Talbot Express, first registered on 9 June 1987.

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