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J993 PFD

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

39,805 mi
Last recorded39,805 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ993 PFD
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 39,805 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 38,998 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced screen surround (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind cab step/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2025 38,998 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced screen surround (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind cab step/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 38,394 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 38,394 miles

Front Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 37,234 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 37,234 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 35,743 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes as well as brake ferrule flexes (1.1.11 (c))

front and rear tyres small side wall age cracking

Pass 18 Feb 2021 34,668 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 33,482 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 28,621 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

front brake discs corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2018 24,383 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced damp inside (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 20,938 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s and n/s (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 17,648 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 13,707 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 10,947 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 10,936 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 10,936 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 10,915 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 10,900 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 10,900 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 10,858 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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J993 PFD is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 J993 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.

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What year was J993 PFD registered?

J993 PFD is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 May 1992.

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