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SCZ 7979

1985 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

84,640 mi
Last recorded84,640 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 Talbot Express77,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCZ 7979
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 84,640 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 84,591 miles

Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect offside and nearside (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp insecure offside and nearside (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2024 84,553 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Exhaust system has multiple leaks from most joints (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Multiple joints from manifold to end. Tailpipe is melting the fresh water tank (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high Both sides, beam pattern appears to be of a LHD unit, again both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp When brake is applied (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Nut to tighten track rod end onto tie rod is only on a few turns (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

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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SCZ 7979 is a 1985 Talbot Express in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1985 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 77,632 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 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SCZ 7979, 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 41 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SCZ 7979 registered?

SCZ 7979 is a 1985 Talbot Express, first registered on 7 October 1985.

Is SCZ 7979 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCZ 7979 shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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