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G171 XMM

1990 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,413 mi
Last recorded181,413 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express73,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG171 XMM
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 May 2015 181,413 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

both front and offside rear tyres cracked and perished

exhaust mounting rubbers cracked

Pass 22 May 2015 181,413 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

both front and offside rear tyres cracked and perished

exhaust mounting rubbers cracked

Pass 14 May 2013 176,734 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

exhaust mountings weak

fuel shows signs of leaking

imbalance of front brakes just within set limits

vehicle bears considerable welded repair

Pass 25 May 2012 170,711 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 170,677 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 May 2011 165,627 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 159,407 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 15,455 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 150,790 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 150,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 147,771 miles

weld repairs heavely underseald

Fail 22 May 2007 147,128 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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G171 XMM is a 1990 Talbot Express in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G171 XMM, 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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G171 XMM is a 1990 Talbot Express, first registered on 9 May 1990.

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