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H683 DKE

1990 Talbot Express 1300 P

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

60,087 mi
Last recorded60,087 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express 1300 P63,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH683 DKE
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 P
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 60,087 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2026 60,087 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Petrol smell around front of vehicle but no leak found

Pass 8 Aug 2025 59,479 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 59,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 58,838 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 58,376 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 58,215 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 57,707 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 57,060 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 57,020 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 56,671 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2018 56,670 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 56,490 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 56,431 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 54,620 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 54,594 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Centre exhaust rubbers missing secured with wire but still secure

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 53,057 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 51,521 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 50,249 miles

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 23 Jun 2011 48,184 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 46,116 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 44,892 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 44,184 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 42,769 miles

exhaust system corroded but not leaking

front brake pads wearing thin

Fail 3 Jul 2006 40,873 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 40,873 miles

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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H683 DKE is a 1990 Talbot Express 1300 P in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1990 Talbot Express 1300 P models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 63,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H683 DKE, 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 36 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 P is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H683 DKE registered?

H683 DKE is a 1990 Talbot Express 1300 P, first registered on 25 October 1990.

Is H683 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H683 DKE shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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