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GUY 71X

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,458 mi
Last recorded41,458 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUY 71X
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 41,458 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2026 41,458 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 40,292 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 38,093 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 36,953 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 36,937 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 35,921 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 34,567 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 34,857 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 34,006 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 33,248 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 32,348 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 31,638 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 31,030 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 31,029 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 30,414 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 26,721 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 24,766 miles

Slight play nearside front wheel bearing

Fail 7 Feb 2012 24,766 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Slight play nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 18 Feb 2011 23,272 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 22,046 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 20,419 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 20,419 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 19,022 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 17,400 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 17,400 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 16,826 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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GUY 71X is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1992 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 68,439 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 GUY 71X, 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 34 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 GUY 71X registered?

GUY 71X is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is GUY 71X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUY 71X shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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