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G789 GVN

1989 Talbot Express

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,831 mi
Last recorded103,831 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG789 GVN
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2016 103,831 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Jun 2015 103,827 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

centre exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorated

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Aug 2011 102,884 miles

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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G789 GVN is a 1989 Talbot Express in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G789 GVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G789 GVN registered?

G789 GVN is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G789 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G789 GVN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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