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K870 YPY

1992 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,444 mi
Last recorded104,444 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK870 YPY
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 104,444 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 103,444 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 101,604 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 99,767 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 99,647 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 99,073 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 98,556 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

center exhaust rubbers worn

Pass 26 Aug 2011 98,422 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 97,496 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 9,748 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 96,987 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 95,086 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 95,601 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 92,398 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 85,278 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

offside brake hose rubbing load sencing control valve rod

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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K870 YPY is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K870 YPY, 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 K870 YPY registered?

K870 YPY is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 21 August 1992.

Is K870 YPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K870 YPY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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