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L716 GCX

1994 Talbot Express 1500 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,875 mi
Last recorded67,875 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express 1500 D59,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL716 GCX
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1500 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 67,875 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2022 67,827 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 65,831 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 65,774 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 60,199 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 57,271 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1500 D?

Based on 6,119 MOT tests across 476 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
1,140
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
476
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 316
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 167
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 160
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 152
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L716 GCX is a 1994 Talbot Express 1500 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Talbot Express 1500 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 59,428 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 1500 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L716 GCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1500 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Talbot Express 1500 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L716 GCX?

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What year was L716 GCX registered?

L716 GCX is a 1994 Talbot Express 1500 D, first registered on 12 April 1994.

Is L716 GCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L716 GCX shows 6 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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