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F427 LNU

1989 Talbot Express 1300 P

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,733 mi
Last recorded43,733 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P66,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF427 LNU
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 P
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 43,733 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 43,714 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 43,679 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 43,625 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 43,483 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 43,446 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 43,126 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 43,104 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 42,999 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 42,898 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 42,774 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 42,383 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 42,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 41,717 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 41,243 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 46,593 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 39,853 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 38,467 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 37,045 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 35,822 miles

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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F427 LNU is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F427 LNU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F427 LNU?

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What year was F427 LNU registered?

F427 LNU is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P, first registered on 15 May 1989.

Is F427 LNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F427 LNU shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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