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K107 XVP

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

65,828 mi
Last recorded65,828 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK107 XVP
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 65,828 miles

OS mirror deteriorated - view to rear not severely affected

some points of corrosion to underside - nothing yet excessive

Fail 1 Aug 2025 65,828 miles

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

OS mirror deteriorated - view to rear not severely affected

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

some points of corrosion to underside - nothing yet excessive

Pass 24 Jun 2024 65,828 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2024 65,828 miles

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

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 81,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 65,822 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2022 65,816 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 65,816 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked on lower passenger side, below wiper (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 65,126 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 79,444 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside and nearside tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 24 Apr 2018 79,444 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported box (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside and nearside tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 6 Apr 2017 79,444 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 79,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 73,724 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 69,231 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 69,231 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 62,623 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 56,635 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight dampness of engine oil around rear cranckshaft seal area

slight oil dampness around g/box suspect coming from driveshaft seal in g/box

Fail 25 Apr 2013 56,635 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight dampness of engine oil around rear cranckshaft seal area

slight oil dampness around g/box suspect coming from driveshaft seal in g/box

Pass 24 Apr 2012 52,424 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 52,424 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2010 52,034 miles

Both front cv gaitors are starting to show signs of perishing

Both front springs are corroded

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Engine oily

Offside rear reg bulb in poor condition

Rear brake flexy hose slightly perished

Slight lift in both rear wheels but not excessive

Slight play in both front wheels but not excessive

Wipers starting to smear the screen slightly

Pass 18 Jun 2009 50,582 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 45,363 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2007 40,817 miles

offside door mirror cracked but does not affect view to rear

Pass 6 Jul 2006 36,359 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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K107 XVP is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1993 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 66,330 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 K107 XVP, 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 33 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K107 XVP is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 24 June 1993.

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