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J996 GNJ

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

39,381 mi
Last recorded39,381 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ996 GNJ
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 39,381 miles

General underbody corrosion

Pass 9 Jun 2025 38,452 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 37,615 miles

Central Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 37,615 miles

Central Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2023 37,816 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2022 36,544 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 May 2022 36,542 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 May 2021 34,509 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 34,239 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/S/F OUTER (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/S/F (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play N/S/F (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 30,936 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 30,936 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer which has already been repaired (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Engine coolant pump is defective

Pass 9 May 2018 29,618 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 29,610 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated and seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Upper Marker lamp not working

Both rear tyres badly perished and cracked. Both tyres in danger of braking up. Would advise replacement asap.

Pass 17 Dec 2016 29,603 miles

Both rear springs corroded and appear weak

Both rear tyres badly perished and cracked

Pass 21 Dec 2015 29,578 miles

Both o/s and n/s/f tie bar rubber bushes perished and cracked.

Both rear leaf springs corroded and appear worn.

Both rear tyres perished and cracked would advise replacement.

Pass 12 Jan 2015 28,298 miles

Exhaust repaired with paste. No leaks at time of test

Some corrosion front brake discs

Fail 2 Jan 2015 28,291 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Some corrosion front brake discs

Pass 10 Jan 2014 27,198 miles

exhaust rubber mounts perished

Fail 8 Jan 2014 27,196 miles

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

exhaust rubber mounts perished

Pass 5 Apr 2013 26,077 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 25,555 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 25,554 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 23,737 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 22,281 miles

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

nearside inner c/v gaiter insecure

Pass 18 Jun 2009 20,775 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Fail 18 Jun 2009 20,775 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 17,343 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 16,220 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 15,741 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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J996 GNJ is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 J996 GNJ, 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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J996 GNJ is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 11 April 1992.

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