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E872 BVU

1988 Talbot Express

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,308 mi
Last recorded69,308 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2006
Typical for 1988 Talbot Express76,257 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE872 BVU
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2006 69,308 miles

slight corrosion on exhaust front silencer

slight crack in off side front tyre not showing white cord

slight movement in near side front wheel bearing

slight movement in off side front wheel brearing

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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E872 BVU is a 1988 Talbot Express in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E872 BVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E872 BVU registered?

E872 BVU is a 1988 Talbot Express, first registered on 30 June 1988.

Is E872 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E872 BVU 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.

Does E872 BVU have outstanding finance?

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