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H966 GVC

1990 Talbot Express 1300 D

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,747 mi
Last recorded96,747 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2009
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D81,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH966 GVC
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2009 96,747 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 91,169 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 85,380 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 85,380 miles

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

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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H966 GVC is a 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 81,580 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 H966 GVC, 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 36 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 H966 GVC registered?

H966 GVC is a 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 6 November 1990.

Is H966 GVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H966 GVC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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