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J981 PFD

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

43,191 mi
Last recorded43,191 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ981 PFD
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 43,191 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 43,007 miles

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 42,997 miles

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 42,988 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 42,431 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front to rear load valve (1.1.11 (c))

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

general underside corrosion

Pass 10 Jun 2019 41,703 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 40,896 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 40,088 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 39,364 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 37,623 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 36,386 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 35,186 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 35,154 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 32,678 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 32,277 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 31,828 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 30,803 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 28,575 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 27,031 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 23,320 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 23,316 miles

Offside Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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J981 PFD 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 90.5%.

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 J981 PFD, 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 J981 PFD registered?

J981 PFD is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 April 1992.

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The MOT history for J981 PFD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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