MOT Status
Mileage
160,366 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Emissions not tested (7.0)
Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1000 D?
Based on 1,131 MOT tests across 208 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L734 HGS is a 1993 Talbot Express 1000 D in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
Across all 1993 Talbot Express 1000 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.1% with a typical mileage of 110,336 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 1000 D fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 132 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L734 HGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Talbot Express 1000 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 33 years old, this Talbot Express 1000 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was L734 HGS registered?
L734 HGS is a 1993 Talbot Express 1000 D, first registered on 29 October 1993.
Is L734 HGS safe to buy?
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