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J381 DRR

1992 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

61,983 mi
Last recorded61,983 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D70,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ381 DRR
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 61,983 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

underbody and components covered in underseal

Pass 11 Jul 2024 61,884 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 61,779 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 61,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 61,176 miles

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

Underside has general age related corrosion

Pass 19 Jul 2021 60,902 miles

Underside has general age related corrosion or has had welding repqirs done

Various brake ferrules have general corrosion

Fail 19 Jul 2021 60,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Underside has general age related corrosion or has had welding repqirs done

Various brake ferrules have general corrosion

Pass 29 Jun 2020 60,385 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 60,343 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 60,341 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Nearside front sill. (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Offside front sill. (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2018 59,026 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 57,947 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE BOX (7.1.2)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 54,539 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 50,704 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 50,121 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Oil leak

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 50,112 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Oil leak

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 49,266 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 49,266 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 49,107 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 48,342 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 47,797 miles

Age cracks to offside front tyre

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 12 Feb 2010 47,797 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Age cracks to offside front tyre

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 46,083 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

exhaust silencer mounting rubber missing

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

n/s/f inner flitch corroded

Fail 22 Jan 2009 46,073 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

exhaust silencer mounting rubber missing

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

n/s/f inner flitch corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2008 42,361 miles

both rear shocker top bushes deteriorated

rear chassis where springs mount slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2007 40,373 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 40,373 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 37,210 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 37,210 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear number plate faded

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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J381 DRR is a 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 J381 DRR, 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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J381 DRR is a 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 6 February 1992.

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