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K851 DVX

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

62,828 mi
Last recorded62,828 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK851 DVX
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 62,828 miles

Central exhaust section deteriotaing

headlight switch intermittent

Fail 15 May 2026 62,828 miles

Central exhaust section deteriotaing

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

headlight switch intermittent

Pass 19 May 2025 62,680 miles

exhaust deteriorated slght leak

Pass 24 May 2024 62,582 miles

Central exhaust section deteriorating

Pass 1 Jun 2023 62,261 miles

Central exhaust section deteriorating

Fail 26 May 2023 62,235 miles

Fuel system component leaking around pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Central exhaust section deteriorating

Pass 2 Jun 2022 60,567 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 60,434 miles

both front inner chassis rails corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2020 59,770 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 59,701 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 59,696 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear around fuel tank rear section (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 59,652 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s to n/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 59,645 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose porous (1.1.12 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose porous x2 (1.1.12 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s to n/s rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 59,578 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 59,393 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 58,784 miles

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

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

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

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

brake pipe protective coating missing on various brake pipes

front brake pads not visible through wheels

front n/s & o/s chassis corroded near suspension mountings

o/s/f tyre cracked/perished

Fail 30 Jun 2015 58,784 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

brake pipe protective coating missing on various brake pipes

front brake pads not visible through wheels

front n/s & o/s chassis corroded near suspension mountings

o/s/f tyre cracked/perished

Pass 16 Jun 2014 57,872 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Gearbox oil leak at drive input shaft.

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

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

Rear leaf spring separator rubbers perished and one missing.

Rocker cover leaking oil on to manifold.

Sump slight oil leak.

both side front chassis rails corroding at the suspension mounts.

Pass 24 Jun 2013 55,969 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 55,962 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 55,853 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 55,002 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 55,002 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 52,150 miles

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

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 49,948 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 49,943 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 47,868 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 47,203 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 45,934 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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K851 DVX 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 K851 DVX, 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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K851 DVX is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 21 October 1992.

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