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D554 TTO

1986 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,451 mi
Last recorded72,451 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 1986 Talbot Express79,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD554 TTO
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 24 Jan 2025 72,451 miles

body getting very rusty

Nearside Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 77,445 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

outer wings getting weak

Pass 30 Dec 2022 72,526 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 72,417 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

general rust all over

Pass 23 Jan 2021 72,327 miles

general little rust all over chassis

Pass 4 Jan 2020 72,322 miles

cv boots have small pin holes

Pass 3 Jan 2019 72,313 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 72,132 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 71,678 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 71,278 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 6,933 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake pipes rusty

Pass 5 Jan 2014 67,038 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake lines getting rusty

Pass 5 Jan 2013 66,181 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2011 65,446 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 65,441 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 64,894 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 64,087 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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D554 TTO is a 1986 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 D554 TTO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D554 TTO registered?

D554 TTO is a 1986 Talbot Express, first registered on 16 October 1986.

Is D554 TTO safe to buy?

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