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G387 VPX

1990 Talbot Express

Cream Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

58,472 mi
Last recorded58,472 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express73,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG387 VPX
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1990
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 58,472 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak ()

front disc slightly pitted

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 27 Jun 2015 57,862 miles

Oil leak

offside inner front arch slight corrosion

Pass 14 Jun 2014 57,403 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2013 56,439 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 55,637 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 55,342 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 55,341 miles

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rust on front discs

Pass 30 Jul 2009 51,227 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 51,226 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 1 Aug 2008 47,268 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

battery light illuminated at time of test

offside rear tyre side wall cut

Pass 1 Aug 2008 47,268 miles

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

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

Oil leak

battery light illuminated at time of test

offside rear tyre side wall cut

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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G387 VPX is a 1990 Talbot Express in Cream with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G387 VPX, 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 G387 VPX registered?

G387 VPX is a 1990 Talbot Express, first registered on 19 April 1990.

Is G387 VPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G387 VPX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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