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SDZ 1694

1994 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

82,845 mi
Last recorded82,845 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D63,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDZ 1694
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 82,845 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 82,431 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 82,415 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 82,318 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 81,551 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 80,146 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 74,146 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 74,147 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 74,147 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 74,140 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 74,113 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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SDZ 1694 is a 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 63,140 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 SDZ 1694, 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 32 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 SDZ 1694?

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What year was SDZ 1694 registered?

SDZ 1694 is a 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 11 August 1994.

Is SDZ 1694 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDZ 1694 shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SDZ 1694 have outstanding finance?

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