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SHZ 3230

1994 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,608 mi
Last recorded59,608 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D63,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHZ 3230
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 59,608 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 58,472 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 57,384 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 55,314 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 54,775 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 51,763 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 51,760 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 50,225 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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SHZ 3230 is a 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SHZ 3230, 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 SHZ 3230?

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What year was SHZ 3230 registered?

SHZ 3230 is a 1994 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is SHZ 3230 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHZ 3230 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHZ 3230 have outstanding finance?

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