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DLW 205Y

1983 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,904 mi
Last recorded133,904 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2022
Typical for 1983 Talbot Express90,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLW 205Y
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2022 133,904 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 132,496 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2015 132,367 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 132,190 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 132,154 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 131,564 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2013 131,564 miles

Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 129,737 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 129,732 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Inner Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 127,797 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 127,797 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 125,755 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 123,756 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 121,406 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 119,386 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 118,297 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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DLW 205Y is a 1983 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 90,564 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 DLW 205Y, 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 43 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 DLW 205Y registered?

DLW 205Y is a 1983 Talbot Express, first registered on 19 May 1983.

Is DLW 205Y safe to buy?

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