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G120 TFT

1990 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,717 mi
Last recorded34,717 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express73,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG120 TFT
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 34,717 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 33,805 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 32,508 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 31,361 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 29,887 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 28,628 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 28,627 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 27,534 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2020 27,534 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 26,840 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 26,840 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2018 25,722 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 25,114 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 24,091 miles

exhaust rubbers missing

Pass 20 Jun 2015 23,468 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 22,834 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 22,834 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 22,329 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2013 22,329 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 21,449 miles

centre exhaust mountings missing (x2)

hazard warning lts switch faulty

reduced rear view from n/s mirror due to poor replacement glass

Pass 20 Jun 2011 20,714 miles

rear view from n/s mirror reduced due to poor replacement glass

Pass 29 Jun 2010 20,117 miles

nearside mirror view deteriorated due to poor replacement glass

slight bind nearside rear brake

Pass 12 May 2009 18,880 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 18,880 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2008 17,232 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 15 May 2008 17,230 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 18 May 2007 15,435 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2006 13,596 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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G120 TFT is a 1990 Talbot Express in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 73,652 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 G120 TFT, 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 36 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G120 TFT registered?

G120 TFT is a 1990 Talbot Express, first registered on 13 March 1990.

Is G120 TFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G120 TFT shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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