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TJZ 1016

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,528 mi
Last recorded85,528 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJZ 1016
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 85,528 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 85,230 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front indicators water ingress

headlight masking kit fitted

Fail 26 Jun 2024 85,212 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to o/s (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to o/s (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative siezed (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front indicators water ingress

Pass 16 Sep 2022 84,326 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 80,949 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all 4 tyres over 10 years old

Fail 29 Jun 2021 80,947 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all 4 tyres over 10 years old

Pass 10 Jul 2020 75,290 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 75,287 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Upper Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Upper Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 72,176 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 67,103 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 66,330 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 62,846 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 62,846 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 62,018 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 61,100 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 50,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 50,287 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 59,695 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 58,919 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 57,002 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 55,525 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 52,204 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 52,182 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 48,502 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
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TJZ 1016 is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 66,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TJZ 1016, 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 33 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 TJZ 1016 registered?

TJZ 1016 is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 March 1993.

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