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L833 OTU

1993 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

72,706 mi
Last recorded72,706 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D66,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL833 OTU
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 72,706 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 71,007 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 69,754 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 68,309 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 68,305 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 63,956 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

heat shield loose

Pass 3 Jul 2019 59,742 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 58,957 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 57,813 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 56,980 miles

side movement in steering column top

Pass 29 Apr 2015 54,689 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 52,977 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 52,950 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 52,943 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 52,502 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 52,101 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight wear in both rear lower leaf spring bushes

Pass 21 Sep 2009 50,802 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 49,563 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Oct 2007 48,463 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 48,401 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 46,989 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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L833 OTU is a 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 66,980 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L833 OTU, 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 33 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L833 OTU?

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What year was L833 OTU registered?

L833 OTU is a 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L833 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L833 OTU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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