MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
153,919 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 D?
Based on 18,667 MOT tests across 1,237 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K997 YOJ is a 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 66,980 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Talbot Express 1300 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 704 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K997 YOJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Talbot Express 1300 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 33 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was K997 YOJ registered?
K997 YOJ is a 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 25 March 1993.
Is K997 YOJ safe to buy?
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