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J969 VVN

1992 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

107,064 mi
Last recorded107,064 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ969 VVN
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 107,064 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 106,766 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under battery (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced panel part of under body not chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play all bearings minimal play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 106,406 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 105,973 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 105,617 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 105,109 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 104,748 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 104,360 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 103,911 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 103,655 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 102,768 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 102,768 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring 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 constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 100,194 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 100,150 miles

Corrosion below n/s/f door

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Unable to see front brake pads

Pass 14 Sep 2011 100,032 miles

Corrosion to ns inner body sill area

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Os outer driveshaft gaiter perished

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 13 Sep 2011 100,031 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Corrosion to ns inner body sill area

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Os outer driveshaft gaiter perished

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 1 Oct 2010 99,932 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 99,931 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 99,445 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

child seat fitted to rear n/s

n/s lower swivel ball joint rubber split

Pass 22 Oct 2008 97,574 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 97,573 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 93,974 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 93,971 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 91,860 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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J969 VVN is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 J969 VVN, 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 J969 VVN registered?

J969 VVN is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 8 May 1992.

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