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L702 MRC

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

85,130 mi
Last recorded85,130 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL702 MRC
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 85,130 miles

COVERS /UNDER TRAYS fitted

front bumper loose

front number plate faded

hand brake has travel

n/s/f brake pipe has corrosion

n/s/f tyre has cracks

n/s/r wheel bearing has play

o/s & n/s/ out sills have corrosion

o/s/f inner wing has been repaired

o/s/f track rod end has play

o/s/f track rod end has play and damage on gaiter

o/s/r tyre has cracks

o/s/r wheel bearing has play

rear brake hose ferrules have corrosion

rear brake hose loose

rear lighting board broken /loose

Fail 27 Jun 2024 85,126 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working side indicator on wing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing mark yellow (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

COVERS /UNDER TRAYS fitted

front bumper loose

front number plate faded

hand brake has travel

n/s/f brake pipe has corrosion

n/s/f tyre has cracks

n/s/r wheel bearing has play

o/s & n/s/ out sills have corrosion

o/s/f inner wing has been repaired

o/s/f track rod end has play

o/s/f track rod end has play and damage on gaiter

o/s/r tyre has cracks

o/s/r wheel bearing has play

rear brake hose ferrules have corrosion

rear brake hose loose

rear lighting board broken /loose

Pass 23 May 2023 84,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 23 May 2023 84,787 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 81,696 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 75,931 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 75,931 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2019 75,730 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 75,596 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 74,902 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 74,152 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 73,412 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 72,360 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 72,051 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 71,365 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 70,825 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 70,167 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 69,030 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 69,027 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 67,555 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 66,022 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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L702 MRC is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1993 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 66,330 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 L702 MRC, 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 33 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L702 MRC registered?

L702 MRC is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 9 October 1993.

Is L702 MRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L702 MRC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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