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H132 KVC

1991 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

281,810 mi
Last recorded281,810 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH132 KVC
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 281,810 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 281,803 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 281,730 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 281,726 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 218,518 miles

corrotion front crossmember

Fail 22 Feb 2017 218,513 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.E.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Vehicle Identification Number not legible (6.3.5.a)

corrotion front crossmember

Pass 17 Feb 2016 281,285 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 281,283 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 279,591 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 278,809 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 277,483 miles

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

advise the body of the vehicle is heavily corroded

Fail 13 Feb 2013 277,483 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

advise the body of the vehicle is heavily corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2012 275,921 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 273,606 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 273,606 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 27,199 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 270,405 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 264,901 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 262,621 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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H132 KVC is a 1991 Talbot Express in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1991 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 71,041 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 H132 KVC, 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 35 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H132 KVC is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 13 May 1991.

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