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G981 VJM

1989 Talbot Express 1000 P

Beige Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,626 mi
Last recorded30,626 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2016
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1000 P80,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG981 VJM
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1000 P
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2016 30,626 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 May 2013 30,609 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to crack and perish

rubber exhaust mounts deteriorated

Fail 26 Apr 2013 30,605 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

nearside rear tyre starting to crack and perish

rubber exhaust mounts deteriorated

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1000 P?

Based on 10,406 MOT tests across 547 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
1,257
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 583
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 365
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 321
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 303
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G981 VJM is a 1989 Talbot Express 1000 P in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express 1000 P models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 80,200 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1000 P fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 583 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G981 VJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1000 P typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Talbot Express 1000 P is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G981 VJM registered?

G981 VJM is a 1989 Talbot Express 1000 P, first registered on 8 August 1989.

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