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J864 GLG

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,715 mi
Last recorded47,715 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ864 GLG
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 47,715 miles

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

all springs corroded

underbody and sills corroded

Pass 9 May 2018 47,588 miles

outer sills heavily undersealed

underside of vehicle slightly corroded

Pass 8 May 2012 47,588 miles

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

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

Fail 8 May 2012 47,588 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 May 2011 47,581 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 47,459 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 47,216 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 46,857 miles

BRAKE WARNING WIRES CUT

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

Pass 11 May 2007 45,757 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 42,237 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 42,230 miles

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

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively 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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J864 GLG is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J864 GLG, 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 J864 GLG registered?

J864 GLG is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 25 March 1992.

Is J864 GLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J864 GLG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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