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K643 XPP

1992 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2022
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

70,820 mi
Last recorded70,820 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK643 XPP
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 70,820 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 69,936 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 69,936 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 68,382 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 68,242 miles

Exhaust mounting defective all rubber mounts perished (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear running light not work

Pass 18 Jul 2017 67,600 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective gearbox mount deteriating ()

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

both front jacking points slightly corroded

Fail 18 Jul 2017 67,600 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective gearbox mount deteriating ()

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front jacking points slightly corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2016 65,948 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 65,948 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam BOTH (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam BOTH (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 63,913 miles

Exhaust mounting rubber splitting

Fail 15 Jul 2015 63,913 miles

Exhaust mounting rubber splitting

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Jul 2014 62,407 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 62,407 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 60,616 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 58,778 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 58,778 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

both rear high level lamps not working

exhaust corroding

offside front hight level lamp not working

Pass 21 Sep 2011 58,726 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside/offside rear leafsprings covered in material.

offside front headlight,reflector wearing.

underbody corrosion in places.

Pass 28 Oct 2010 55,253 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 50,137 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber bushes perished

Pass 17 Oct 2008 44,756 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 41,697 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 38,598 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 38,594 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 39,547 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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K643 XPP is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 K643 XPP, 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 K643 XPP registered?

K643 XPP is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 17 November 1992.

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