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F881 SDC

1988 Talbot Express

Beige Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

103,143 mi
Last recorded103,143 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 Talbot Express76,257 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF881 SDC
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2026 103,143 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2026 103,029 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 102,942 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 102,387 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 102,353 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023
Fail 26 May 2023
Pass 30 Jun 2022 97,831 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 96,631 miles
Fail 30 May 2021 96,569 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 94,350 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 92,478 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 92,446 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 91,025 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 89,155 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 88,151 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 88,151 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 85,347 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 80,749 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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F881 SDC is a 1988 Talbot Express in Beige with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1988 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 76,257 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 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F881 SDC, 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 38 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F881 SDC?

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What year was F881 SDC registered?

F881 SDC is a 1988 Talbot Express, first registered on 12 August 1988.

Is F881 SDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F881 SDC shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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