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J462 NVM

1991 Talbot Express 1300 P

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,771 mi
Last recorded70,771 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express 1300 P59,855 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ462 NVM
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 P
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 70,771 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 66,140 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 May 2022 66,140 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2021 61,886 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 61,408 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 61,721 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 61,237 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front tyre perished

Pass 22 Oct 2015 60,677 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear brake efforts low

Fail 22 Oct 2015 60,677 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear brake efforts low

Pass 23 Oct 2014 59,581 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 59,052 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

battery loose

Pass 10 Oct 2012 57,347 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 57,178 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 56,772 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 56,063 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 56,063 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 May 2008 55,311 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 9 May 2008 55,311 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 May 2007 54,011 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 54,011 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

exhaust system corroded

nearside rear tyre tread low

Pass 6 May 2006 53,462 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 53,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 P?

Based on 17,936 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 552
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 527
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 499
Exhaust system not adequately supported 420
position lamp(s) not working 403
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J462 NVM is a 1991 Talbot Express 1300 P in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1991 Talbot Express 1300 P models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 59,855 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1300 P fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 552 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J462 NVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1300 P typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 P is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J462 NVM is a 1991 Talbot Express 1300 P, first registered on 1 October 1991.

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