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G900 HWW

1989 Talbot Express 1300 P

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

49,993 mi
Last recorded49,993 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P66,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG900 HWW
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 P
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 49,993 miles

rubber exhaust mounts deteriorated x2

Fail 24 May 2016 49,993 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

rubber exhaust mounts deteriorated x2

Pass 9 Jun 2015 49,267 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2015 49,267 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 47,385 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 45,722 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 45,667 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 41,640 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 41,640 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 40,962 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 39,398 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 37,496 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 37,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 35,677 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 33,450 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 31,380 miles

side reflector n/side fadeded

Fail 22 Jun 2006 31,380 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

side reflector n/side fadeded

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 P?

Based on 17,936 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 552
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 527
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 499
Exhaust system not adequately supported 420
position lamp(s) not working 403
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G900 HWW is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 66,061 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1300 P fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 552 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G900 HWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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G900 HWW is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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