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J847 RRU

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

43,768 mi
Last recorded43,768 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ847 RRU
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 43,768 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2026 43,768 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 43,655 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

General underbody surface corrosion

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

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2025 43,651 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

General underbody surface corrosion

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 43,597 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 43,272 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 43,272 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 42,878 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2022 42,877 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 41,319 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 39,778 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 7 Sep 2020 39,777 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 38,350 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 33,679 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 29,978 miles

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 28,200 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 27,992 miles

Slight oil or brake fluid leak from offside rear hub.

Pass 28 May 2014 27,485 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 27,062 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 27,062 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 May 2011 26,880 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 26,879 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 May 2010 26,523 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 25,906 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 May 2008 25,612 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 24,991 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 24,286 miles

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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J847 RRU is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 J847 RRU, 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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What year was J847 RRU registered?

J847 RRU is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 12 March 1992.

Is J847 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J847 RRU shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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