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H959 XCH

1991 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

70,791 mi
Last recorded70,791 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH959 XCH
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 70,791 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 70,791 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to back (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 69,940 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 69,125 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2018 69,120 miles

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 67,262 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 31 Aug 2017 67,262 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 66,291 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 66,279 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside headlamp has water present behind lens.

Pass 26 Aug 2015 65,589 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 65,399 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 65,399 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 65,123 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 65,123 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 16 Jul 2012 64,707 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 64,707 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 64,322 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 63,146 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 62,037 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 62,037 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 60,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 60,623 miles

Offside Lower Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 60,516 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 60,516 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2006 57,410 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Upper Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 57,410 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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H959 XCH is a 1991 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H959 XCH, 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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H959 XCH is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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