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L211 URW

1994 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

96,130 mi
Last recorded96,130 miles
Recorded on3 May 2013
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL211 URW
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2013 96,130 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

underseal used on welding repair

Fail 1 May 2013 96,128 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 16 May 2012 82,225 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 15 May 2012 82,223 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 23 Mar 2010 75,293 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 75,290 miles

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2009 75,022 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 75,021 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 74,100 miles

brake pedal rubber worn.

Pass 26 Jun 2007 72,553 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 72,545 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake cable knotted (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake cable knotted (3.5.1b)

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

front tie bar bushes worn.

Pass 19 Jun 2006 70,974 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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L211 URW is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L211 URW, 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.

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L211 URW is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 24 March 1994.

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