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D338 SFM

1987 Talbot Express

Beige Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

47,516 mi
Last recorded47,516 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 1987 Talbot Express79,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD338 SFM
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 47,516 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both tie arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 47,298 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 47,295 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 45,433 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 43,730 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 41,706 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 41,700 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 39,335 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 37,528 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 35,414 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 32,705 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 30,602 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 28,309 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 26,472 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 23,299 miles

N/S AND O/S FRONT DISCS - INNER CONTACT AREA PITTED AND SLIGHTLY CORRODED

Fail 22 Jun 2009 23,299 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 22,470 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 22,470 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 20,662 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 20,662 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 18,653 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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D338 SFM is a 1987 Talbot Express in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 D338 SFM, 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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D338 SFM is a 1987 Talbot Express, first registered on 16 February 1987.

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