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J186 HGW

1992 Talbot Express 1500 D

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

62,729 mi
Last recorded62,729 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express 1500 D64,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ186 HGW
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1500 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 62,729 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Top Mount Worn

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Underside Of Vehicle Has Slight Corrosion

Pass 26 Nov 2021 61,775 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 61,730 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 60,951 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 59,551 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 57,205 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 53,622 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 50,870 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 48,444 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 47,752 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 46,254 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

brake warning light flashing

Pass 17 May 2010 44,479 miles

Camper body showing signs of detteriation in places.

Fail 13 May 2010 44,472 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Camper body showing signs of detteriation in places.

Pass 15 May 2009 43,369 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 42,829 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1500 D?

Based on 6,119 MOT tests across 476 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
1,140
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
476
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 316
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 167
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 160
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 152
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J186 HGW is a 1992 Talbot Express 1500 D in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1992 Talbot Express 1500 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 64,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1500 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J186 HGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1500 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Talbot Express 1500 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J186 HGW registered?

J186 HGW is a 1992 Talbot Express 1500 D, first registered on 22 June 1992.

Is J186 HGW safe to buy?

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