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E120 DOD

1988 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,790 mi
Last recorded96,790 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Talbot Express76,257 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE120 DOD
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 96,790 miles

Corrosion around windscreen

Nearside Front Inner jacking point corroded

Nearside bonnet hinge mounting corroded

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear spring mountings corroded at front of leaf springs

Fail 19 Jun 2025 96,769 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch. old repair not welded or bonded to body correctly and loose (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner jacking point corroded

Nearside bonnet hinge mounting corroded

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear spring mountings corroded at front of leaf springs

Pass 6 Jul 2023 95,149 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 95,058 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coolant leak coolant bottle ()

Pass 14 Jul 2022 93,479 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 93,132 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 92,427 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 91,950 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 90,925 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 24 Jun 2017 89,591 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 88,809 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 88,508 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 8,661 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 8,661 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 85,689 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 14,518 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 14,518 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 82,568 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 82,568 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 8,030 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2009
Pass 31 May 2008

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

near side rear light cracked

Fail 31 May 2008

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

near side rear light cracked

Pass 24 May 2007 72,201 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 72,201 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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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E120 DOD is a 1988 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1988 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 76,257 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 E120 DOD, 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 38 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E120 DOD registered?

E120 DOD is a 1988 Talbot Express, first registered on 14 July 1988.

Is E120 DOD safe to buy?

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