MOT Status
Mileage
176,462 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d) DANGEROUS
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
brake pedal anti slip worn
exhaust centre mountings missing
n/s door mirror damaged
n/s/r handbrake reaing low
o/s inner drive shaft insecure
oil leak
r/n/s shocker dust cover corroded
r/n/s spring hangar mounting corroding
rear back panel & rear bumper corroding
slight buckle in f/o/s brake disc
wiper scratch to windscreen
How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1000 D?
Based on 1,131 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L235 FOE is a 1994 Talbot Express 1000 D in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
Across all 1994 Talbot Express 1000 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 80,301 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 1000 D fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 132 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L235 FOE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Talbot Express 1000 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 32 years old, this Talbot Express 1000 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of L235 FOE?
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What year was L235 FOE registered?
L235 FOE is a 1994 Talbot Express 1000 D, first registered on 31 March 1994.
Is L235 FOE safe to buy?
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