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F269 XPR

1989 Talbot Express 1300 P

White Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

138,285 mi
Last recorded138,285 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P66,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF269 XPR
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 P
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 138,285 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump gasket leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 138,259 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure Both headlamps insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump gasket leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 137,720 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 137,539 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 137,519 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means temporary push in type fitted (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wing has visible signs of fibreglass (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashes with indicator (1.7.5c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member/body holed in various places (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis, jacking point holed (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member holed in various places (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort both sides (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 137,497 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front strut (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 137,457 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 135,919 miles

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

corrosion starting on O/S/F chassis

patches of corrosion on rear pannel

Pass 6 Jul 2012 135,902 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 May 2011 135,575 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 135,561 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 135,549 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 126,627 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 121,057 miles

both rear footbrakes low readings

both rear tyres cracking around sidewalls

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 P?

Based on 17,936 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 552
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 527
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 499
Exhaust system not adequately supported 420
position lamp(s) not working 403
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F269 XPR is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P in White with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 66,061 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 P fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 552 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F269 XPR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1300 P typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 P is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F269 XPR is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P, first registered on 9 June 1989.

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