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L257 RYA

1994 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,852 mi
Last recorded74,852 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2007
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D63,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL257 RYA
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2007 74,852 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 D?

Based on 18,667 MOT tests across 1,237 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
1,240
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 704
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 438
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 424
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 386
Exhaust system not adequately supported 373
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L257 RYA is a 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 63,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L257 RYA, 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 32 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 L257 RYA registered?

L257 RYA is a 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 5 May 1994.

Is L257 RYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L257 RYA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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