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K180 KYB

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,925 mi
Last recorded89,925 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK180 KYB
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 89,925 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 87,290 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 87,280 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 87,247 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 86,590 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 86,173 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 86,095 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 86,095 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 85,952 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 84,104 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 81,180 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 78,105 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 75,790 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 73,504 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 72,234 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 71,348 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 71,241 miles

1 exhaust rubber missing but secere 1 slight perrishing

Oil leak

Fail 9 Aug 2010 71,241 miles

1 exhaust rubber missing but secere 1 slight perrishing

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2009 70,552 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 70,552 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 69,608 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 68,564 miles

o/s & n/s front discs some rust damage

Fail 16 Oct 2007 68,564 miles

Offside Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

o/s & n/s front discs some rust damage

Pass 2 Nov 2006 66,933 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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K180 KYB is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K180 KYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K180 KYB registered?

K180 KYB is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 April 1993.

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The MOT history for K180 KYB shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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