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J378 NNM

1991 Talbot Express

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,112 mi
Last recorded96,112 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ378 NNM
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 96,112 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 94,002 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 90,972 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 85,508 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 82,144 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 79,032 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 78,309 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 77,580 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 76,858 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 75,952 miles

F/NO PLATE DEGRADED C/TO L/LIMIT

Fail 2 Oct 2006 75,926 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

N/S/FRONT DISC PITTED TO L/LIMIT

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

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

REAR ENGINE MOUNT WORN N/S/F/INNER B/PIPE CORRODED TO L/LIMIT CHANGE ASAP F/NO PLATE DEGRADED TO L/LIMIT WITHIN LIMITS T/O/TEST

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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J378 NNM is a 1991 Talbot Express in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J378 NNM, 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 J378 NNM registered?

J378 NNM is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 12 September 1991.

Is J378 NNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J378 NNM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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