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F264 RHY

1989 Talbot Express

Beige Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

90,692 mi
Last recorded90,692 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF264 RHY
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 90,692 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated x4 front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

surface corrosion to brake pipes and chassis

Pass 16 Jun 2018 87,284 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust rubbers perished (6.1.2 (a))

N/S/F hub has a light misting of oil

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 31 May 2018 87,284 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust rubbers perished (6.1.2 (a))

N/S/F Hub has a light misting of oil

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2015 86,682 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 86,682 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 86,251 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 86,251 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 85,418 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 85,229 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 85,229 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2010 84,818 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 84,818 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 84,721 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 84,721 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 83,665 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

dent in fuel tank

Pass 4 Aug 2006 77,132 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front bumper damaged and secured with zip ties

front flexy brake hoses and nearside front un der bonnet metal brake pipes are corroded/this item treated

nearside rear lamp lens repaired

nearside rear park brake low effort

park brake boots split

park brake lever has lateral play

spare tyre /wheel not fitted

surface corossion on rear spring hangers

unable to inspect front brake pads

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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F264 RHY is a 1989 Talbot Express in Beige with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 76,076 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 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F264 RHY, 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 37 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F264 RHY is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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