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K505 KSP

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,591 mi
Last recorded42,591 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK505 KSP
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 42,591 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 42,515 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 42,338 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 41,946 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 41,782 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 41,483 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 41,469 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 41,469 miles

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 41,138 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated.

Fail 25 Jul 2012 41,136 miles

Nearside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated.

Pass 2 Aug 2011 40,694 miles

nearside and offside front brake discs slightly corroded

offside front indicator starting to show white light

rear brake pipe from flexy hose to load valve slightly corroded

rear exhaust tail pipe becoming corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2010 37,967 miles

slight bulge in n/s/r tyre outer wall

weak pattern on o/s headlight

Pass 6 Aug 2009 35,456 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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K505 KSP is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 K505 KSP, 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 K505 KSP registered?

K505 KSP is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 8 September 1992.

Is K505 KSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K505 KSP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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