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L899 RHE

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

167,786 mi
Last recorded167,786 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL899 RHE
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 167,786 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 166,143 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 166,120 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 166,105 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 161,823 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 157,835 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 157,835 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 152,300 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 52,300 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 152,298 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 152,060 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 151,937 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 145,019 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 144,973 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 139,930 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 134,872 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 26,735 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 123,552 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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L899 RHE is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 L899 RHE, 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 L899 RHE registered?

L899 RHE is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L899 RHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L899 RHE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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