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H517 VAO

1991 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,989 mi
Last recorded54,989 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2006
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express 1300 D75,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH517 VAO
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2006 54,989 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 D?

Based on 18,667 MOT tests across 1,237 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
1,240
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 704
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 438
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 424
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 386
Exhaust system not adequately supported 373
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H517 VAO is a 1991 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 75,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1300 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 704 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H517 VAO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1300 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H517 VAO registered?

H517 VAO is a 1991 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 12 March 1991.

Is H517 VAO safe to buy?

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