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F442 DWY

1989 Talbot Express

White Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

72,228 mi
Last recorded72,228 miles
Recorded on8 May 2023
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF442 DWY
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 May 2023 72,228 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 72,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 72,008 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 71,913 miles

Central Rear Brake hose slightly damaged hose deteriated (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Slight rear brake bind

Fail 29 Aug 2018 71,894 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Rear Brake hose slightly damaged hose deteriated (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 71,481 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 20 May 2017 71,480 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 May 2016 71,243 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 71,243 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

centre exhaust rubber mounts missing

Pass 28 Mar 2015 70,063 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 68,658 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 67,889 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 66,987 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 65,626 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 63,888 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 62,242 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 60,056 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 60,056 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 59,528 miles

tempory type petrol cap fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2007 59,526 miles

Nearside Front Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 54,130 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 54,113 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

clutch worn difficalt to get out of brake rollers

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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F442 DWY is a 1989 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F442 DWY, 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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What year was F442 DWY registered?

F442 DWY is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 24 April 1989.

Is F442 DWY safe to buy?

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