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G739 FCP

1989 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,803 mi
Last recorded100,803 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1300 D79,290 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG739 FCP
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 100,803 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 98,919 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 96,293 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 93,761 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 90,812 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 90,637 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 85,013 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 82,893 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 82,780 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 79,727 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 D?

Based on 18,667 MOT tests across 1,237 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
1,240
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 704
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 438
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 424
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 386
Exhaust system not adequately supported 373
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G739 FCP is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 79,290 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1300 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 704 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G739 FCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1300 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G739 FCP registered?

G739 FCP is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 11 September 1989.

Is G739 FCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G739 FCP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G739 FCP have outstanding finance?

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