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J69 FES

1992 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

68,295 mi
Last recorded68,295 miles
Recorded on31 May 2021
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ69 FES
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 May 2021 68,295 miles

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

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

Vehicle heavily undersealed preventing complete examination of components

Pass 15 May 2020 67,106 miles

complete underside of vehicle heavily undersealed making inspection difficult

Pass 4 Apr 2019 64,110 miles

all welded repairs coated in under seal

Fail 1 Apr 2019 64,100 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper insecure end cap (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear corrosion to lower rear arch

Pass 25 May 2018 63,335 miles

play in drivers and passengers seat(associated with camper features)

Fail 21 May 2018 63,327 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing and sill (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail holed in 2 places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front wheel arch and outer inner wing corrodded

play in drivers and passengers seat(associated with camper features)

Pass 20 May 2017 62,476 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion wheel arch, (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion wheel arch, (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion wheel arch, (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill section, (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion wheel arch, (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak engine, ()

timing belt cover broken,

Pass 16 May 2016 61,500 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 60,346 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 58,838 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)

Fail 26 May 2014 58,838 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 57,133 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 53,685 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 May 2012 53,685 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 50,332 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 50,332 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 May 2010 47,181 miles

both rear shoch bushes started to perish

Fail 30 Apr 2010 47,180 miles

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

both rear shoch bushes started to perish

Pass 30 Apr 2009 44,953 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 41,412 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 38,854 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 34,852 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 34,852 miles

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

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

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

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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J69 FES is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1992 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 68,439 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 J69 FES, 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 34 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J69 FES is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 March 1992.

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