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D431 NKX

1986 Talbot Express

Beige Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

64,139 mi
Last recorded64,139 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 1986 Talbot Express79,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD431 NKX
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 27 Oct 2021 64,139 miles

Exhaust system insecure Cable tied - no rubbers (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Aux/ alternator belt worn

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Across axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Jul 2017 64,045 miles

Nearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 63,688 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 63,253 miles

o/s/f inner wheel arch corroded in 2 places but not affecting body structure.

Fail 19 Jun 2015 63,253 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f inner wheel arch corroded in 2 places but not affecting body structure.

Pass 13 Jun 2014 62,993 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 62,993 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Fail 10 Jun 2013 62,603 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 62,900 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 62,889 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 618,208 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 61,820 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 22 Nov 2006 61,526 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Battery insecure

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 59,755 miles

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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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D431 NKX is a 1986 Talbot Express in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 D431 NKX, 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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What year was D431 NKX registered?

D431 NKX is a 1986 Talbot Express, first registered on 30 September 1986.

Is D431 NKX safe to buy?

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