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J31 VAJ

1992 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,212 mi
Last recorded81,212 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2021
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D70,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 VAJ
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2021 81,212 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 81,127 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear entry step mounting corroded o/s rear

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Both rear leaf springs and weakened

Fail 4 Jun 2019 81,127 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear entry step mounting corroded o/s rear

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Both rear leaf springs and weakened

Pass 17 May 2018 76,481 miles

Nearside Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 26 May 2017 74,646 miles

Offside Rear camper body leg corroded and holed (not structural)

Fail 19 May 2017 74,639 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported 3 exhaust rubbers missing (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering jacking point and step (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering jacking point and step (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear camper body leg corroded and holed (not structural)

Pass 26 May 2016 73,027 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 73,027 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 72,672 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 72,381 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 70,799 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 69,991 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 69,333 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 66,136 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 66,093 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 66,093 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 May 2006 62,751 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 60,601 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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J31 VAJ is a 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J31 VAJ, 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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What year was J31 VAJ registered?

J31 VAJ is a 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 1 March 1992.

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