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OUI 4588

1993 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,431 mi
Last recorded85,431 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D66,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 4588
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 85,431 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 85,356 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 85,194 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 84,493 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2023 84,449 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022
Fail 9 Jul 2022 82,583 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 82,583 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 82,583 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 82,589 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 82,583 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 82,028 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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OUI 4588 is a 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OUI 4588, 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 OUI 4588?

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What year was OUI 4588 registered?

OUI 4588 is a 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 17 May 1993.

Is OUI 4588 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 4588 shows 12 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OUI 4588 have outstanding finance?

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