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J909 GMB

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

50,410 mi
Last recorded50,410 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ909 GMB
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 50,410 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 48,376 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 47,012 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 46,977 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2022 46,736 miles

Exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorated.

Pass 25 Sep 2020 46,634 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 44,375 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes painted (1.1.11 (c))

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2018 44,202 miles

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

unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2017 44,157 miles

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

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2016 43,885 miles

unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2015 43,173 miles

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2014 42,679 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2014 42,679 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 41,827 miles

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2012 41,259 miles

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2011 40,193 miles

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2010 38,984 miles

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2009 38,105 miles

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2008 37,576 miles

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2007 36,693 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 34,826 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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J909 GMB is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 J909 GMB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J909 GMB registered?

J909 GMB is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 6 April 1992.

Is J909 GMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J909 GMB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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