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J228 ETV

1992 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,211 mi
Last recorded88,211 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D70,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ228 ETV
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 88,211 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 86,907 miles

underside and components rather corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2023 85,563 miles

underside and components rather corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2022 83,382 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 82,021 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 79,803 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 79,131 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 76,700 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 74,608 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 73,610 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 73,367 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 70,068 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 70,068 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 66,317 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 62,053 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 59,212 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 56,044 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 52,980 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 52,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 50,110 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 50,110 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 47,324 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 47,324 miles

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

Rear Leaf spring splayed and action impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 44,536 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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J228 ETV is a 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 70,220 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 J228 ETV, 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 34 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J228 ETV is a 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 12 June 1992.

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