CarVerify

Free Car Check

Q365HNC

2005 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

89,198 mi
Last recorded89,198 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
4 checks still locked for this Talbot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ365HNC
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 89,198 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 89,173 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 88,803 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 88,803 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no paten (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements engine off (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 88,569 miles

Front corrosion to inner wings

Front exhaust rubber mount missing

Nearside Front slight corrosion inner step

Nearside Rear water in light unit

Offside Front water in indicator unit

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust rubber mount broken

Rear tyres perishing side walls

Fail 9 Jul 2020 88,569 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front corrosion to inner wings

Front exhaust rubber mount missing

Nearside Front slight corrosion inner step

Nearside Rear water in light unit

Offside Front water in indicator unit

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust rubber mount broken

Rear tyres perishing side walls

Pass 19 Dec 2018 86,952 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

one exhaust rubber mount broken / one missing

slight corrosion to front inner wings

Fail 27 Nov 2018 86,941 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up wrong way (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

one exhaust rubber mount broken / one missing

slight corrosion to front inner wings

Pass 1 Nov 2017 80,833 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 78,530 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 78,530 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working connection (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 76,356 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 74,554 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 71,685 miles

SLIGHT DETERIORATION OF OFFSIDE WOODEN FLOOR

Pass 5 Nov 2012 68,901 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 66,045 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 63,656 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 61,489 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 59,996 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 55,724 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 55,703 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 48,913 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2005 42,506 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
Full Talbot Express reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Q365HNC is a 2005 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 Q365HNC, 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 21 years old, this Talbot Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Q365HNC?

You can check the full history of Q365HNC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Q365HNC registered?

Q365HNC is a 2005 Talbot Express, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is Q365HNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q365HNC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Q365HNC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Q365HNC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.