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J293 MNL

1991 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,796 mi
Last recorded139,796 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2022
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ293 MNL
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2022 139,796 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 138,693 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 138,670 miles

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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J293 MNL is a 1991 Talbot Express in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J293 MNL, 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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What year was J293 MNL registered?

J293 MNL is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 October 1991.

Is J293 MNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J293 MNL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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