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KCF 840

1994 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,348 mi
Last recorded37,348 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCF 840
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 37,348 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 37,244 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both nearside and offside. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 37,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both nearside and offside. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 37,001 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 36,762 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 36,513 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 36,219 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 35,982 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive antifreeze (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 35,710 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 35,242 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 34,706 miles

Exhaust rear box corroded

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 33,625 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 336,024 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 33,460 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 33,190 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 33,190 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 May 2012 33,185 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 May 2011 33,180 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 33,180 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 32,960 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 32,183 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 31,408 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 31,387 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 31,330 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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KCF 840 is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 65,242 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 KCF 840, 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 32 years old, this Talbot Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KCF 840 registered?

KCF 840 is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is KCF 840 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCF 840 shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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