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L358 HVN

1994 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,840 mi
Last recorded63,840 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL358 HVN
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 63,840 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 63,613 miles

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

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both Front Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 62,599 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 61,758 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 61,321 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 59,520 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 57,635 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 55,584 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 52,699 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2017 52,681 miles

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 Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 51,520 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all mettle brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 51,520 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all mettle brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 50,521 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 50,519 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 50,169 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 49,635 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 49,197 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 May 2008 47,496 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 45,713 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 43,999 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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L358 HVN is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 L358 HVN, 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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What year was L358 HVN registered?

L358 HVN is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 23 March 1994.

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