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OOK 7G

1988 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,020 mi
Last recorded41,020 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 1988 Talbot Express76,257 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOK 7G
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 41,020 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

gearbox mount worn

Pass 30 Jan 2013 38,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

under chasis welded and covered in under seal

Pass 13 Feb 2012 36,997 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 36,524 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 34,125 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 34,125 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 88,945 miles

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Fail 20 Feb 2008 88,945 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 87,438 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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OOK 7G is a 1988 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 76,257 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 OOK 7G, 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 38 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OOK 7G registered?

OOK 7G is a 1988 Talbot Express, first registered on 2 September 1988.

Is OOK 7G safe to buy?

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