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G740 FCP

1989 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

49,051 mi
Last recorded49,051 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1300 D79,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG740 FCP
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 49,051 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 48,309 miles

Nearside Front inner wing repair appears to be welded but has been covered in sealant

Rear both rear leaf springs starting to invert

Fail 27 Jul 2022 48,284 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear both rear leaf springs starting to invert

Pass 14 Jul 2021 46,775 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 46,773 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 45,666 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 45,630 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 43,759 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 43,759 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 42,885 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing

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

Offside Front tyre perishing

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 42,852 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 42,479 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 42,467 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 42,022 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 41,635 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 40,736 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 40,366 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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G740 FCP is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 G740 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.

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What year was G740 FCP registered?

G740 FCP is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 18 August 1989.

Is G740 FCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G740 FCP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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