MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,483 miAbove average mileage for this year
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D978 FSL is a 1987 Talbot Express in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 D978 FSL, 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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What year was D978 FSL registered?
D978 FSL is a 1987 Talbot Express, first registered on 24 April 1987.
Is D978 FSL safe to buy?
The MOT history for D978 FSL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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