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F155 GCH

1988 Talbot Express 1300 D

Beige Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

122,057 mi
Last recorded122,057 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 1988 Talbot Express 1300 D84,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF155 GCH
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 122,057 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 119,974 miles

brake pipes painted

underside of vehicle heavily painted

Fail 9 Mar 2013 119,974 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

brake pipes painted

underside of vehicle heavily painted

Pass 25 Feb 2012 117,348 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2011 116,580 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 116,580 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 116,363 miles

SOME CORROSION TO OFF SIDE REAR/OFF SIDE FRONT/NEAR SIDE REAR WHEEL ARCHERS

Fail 24 Feb 2010 116,363 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

SOME CORROSION TO OFF SIDE REAR/OFF SIDE FRONT/NEAR SIDE REAR WHEEL ARCHERS

Pass 10 Mar 2009 115,836 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 115,824 miles

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 115,646 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 115,646 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 115,276 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 113,316 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 D?

Based on 18,667 MOT tests across 1,237 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
1,240
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 704
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 438
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 424
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 386
Exhaust system not adequately supported 373
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F155 GCH is a 1988 Talbot Express 1300 D in Beige with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1988 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 84,922 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1300 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 704 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F155 GCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1300 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F155 GCH registered?

F155 GCH is a 1988 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 4 August 1988.

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The MOT history for F155 GCH shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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