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DRZ 9959

1990 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,326 mi
Last recorded91,326 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express73,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 9959
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 91,326 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 91,323 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 90,122 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 88,352 miles

PARKING BRAKE REQUIRES ATTENTION

Pass 11 Jun 2015 86,849 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 82,903 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 82,903 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 81,375 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 76,147 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 72,815 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 72,815 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 66,601 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 66,601 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 May 2006 65,644 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 65,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

2nd no plate no lamp.

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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DRZ 9959 is a 1990 Talbot Express in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 73,652 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 DRZ 9959, 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 36 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 DRZ 9959 registered?

DRZ 9959 is a 1990 Talbot Express, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is DRZ 9959 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 9959 shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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