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L536 WDS

1994 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,556 mi
Last recorded112,556 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D63,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL536 WDS
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 112,556 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2026 112,514 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 112,249 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 111,665 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 111,646 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 110,670 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2022
Pass 13 Jul 2021 109,026 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 108,996 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 107,293 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 106,000 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 104,724 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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L536 WDS is a 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 L536 WDS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L536 WDS registered?

L536 WDS is a 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 24 February 1994.

Is L536 WDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L536 WDS shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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