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J610 ORJ

1992 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

50,851 mi
Last recorded50,851 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D70,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ610 ORJ
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 50,851 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 48,083 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 46,818 miles

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

Offside Rear service brake only just met requirements

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 42,448 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 41,009 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 38,991 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 38,991 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 38,298 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 38,150 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin general corrosion through lack of use (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 37,815 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 37,697 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 37,578 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 97,139 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 36,777 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 36,547 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 36,406 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Apr 2009 46,136 miles

Offside Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 46,136 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 34,719 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 33,668 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 32,647 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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J610 ORJ is a 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 J610 ORJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J610 ORJ registered?

J610 ORJ is a 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J610 ORJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J610 ORJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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