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G181 WGS

1989 Talbot Express 1000 D

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,624 mi
Last recorded126,624 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2008
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1000 D91,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG181 WGS
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1000 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2008 126,624 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 126,624 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 118,637 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1000 D?

Based on 1,131 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.

62.7%
Pass Rate
1,548
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 132
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 111
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 80
Brake pipe excessively corroded 75
constant velocity joint gaiter split 53
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G181 WGS is a 1989 Talbot Express 1000 D in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express 1000 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 91,072 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1000 D fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 132 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G181 WGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1000 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Talbot Express 1000 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G181 WGS registered?

G181 WGS is a 1989 Talbot Express 1000 D, first registered on 20 December 1989.

Is G181 WGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G181 WGS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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