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F352 JKP

1989 Talbot Express 1000 D

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

159,982 mi
Last recorded159,982 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2009
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1000 D91,072 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF352 JKP
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1000 D
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2009 159,982 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 28 Dec 2007 154,077 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 150,346 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 150,346 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1000 D?

Based on 1,131 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.

62.7%
Pass Rate
1,548
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 132
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 111
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 80
Brake pipe excessively corroded 75
constant velocity joint gaiter split 53
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F352 JKP is a 1989 Talbot Express 1000 D in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express 1000 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 91,072 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 1000 D fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 132 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F352 JKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1000 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Talbot Express 1000 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F352 JKP registered?

F352 JKP is a 1989 Talbot Express 1000 D, first registered on 2 May 1989.

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