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J94 LHD

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

56,198 mi
Last recorded56,198 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ94 LHD
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 56,198 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 56,098 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front wheels slightly wider than body

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

Fail 9 Jul 2021 56,093 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure Headlamp glass insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Exhaust mounting defective Middle and rear mountings are weak but attached (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie rod front bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Brake readings lower than n/s (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Wheels extend beyond body slightly

Pass 8 Jul 2020 54,312 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2020 54,310 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 54,122 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 54,034 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 53,717 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 53,717 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 53,045 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 52,454 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 51,351 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 51,351 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 50,260 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 48,210 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 47,358 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 47,343 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

exhaust mounting rubbers deterioratyed

Pass 16 Aug 2008 46,468 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 45,560 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 44,327 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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J94 LHD is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J94 LHD, 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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J94 LHD is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 May 1992.

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