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G448 ARL

1989 Talbot Express

Cream Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,420 mi
Last recorded103,420 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2013
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG448 ARL
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2013 103,420 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 103,414 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 102,780 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 102,217 miles

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

exhaust rubbers in poor condition

Pass 13 Jul 2009 101,101 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 98,623 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Mar 2008 98,623 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2007

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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G448 ARL is a 1989 Talbot Express in Cream with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 76,076 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 G448 ARL, 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 37 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G448 ARL registered?

G448 ARL is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 14 September 1989.

Is G448 ARL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G448 ARL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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