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F479 TBC

1989 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,909 mi
Last recorded103,909 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF479 TBC
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 103,909 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 103,474 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 102,459 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 101,741 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 100,810 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 100,113 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 100,037 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 99,745 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 99,042 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 98,276 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 97,685 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 97,251 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 96,684 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 95,882 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 94,653 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 93,363 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 91,833 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 88,738 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 86,845 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 83,853 miles

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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F479 TBC is a 1989 Talbot Express 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 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 F479 TBC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F479 TBC registered?

F479 TBC is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 22 June 1989.

Is F479 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F479 TBC 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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