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TNZ 7114

1989 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

98,003 mi
Last recorded98,003 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNZ 7114
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 98,003 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Feb 2025 97,993 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% offside working less (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% offside working less (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 97,148 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2023 97,147 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect possible seized axle (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 95,821 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 95,821 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 93,846 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 93,846 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer missing (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 91,517 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Fail 16 May 2018 91,517 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 May 2017 86,717 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 81,165 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 80,860 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 79,467 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 78,612 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 78,610 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 74,963 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 74,945 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

engine overheating/heater matrix leaking?

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 72,261 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 14 Apr 2010 70,060 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 66,281 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 639,454 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 62,286 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 59,809 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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TNZ 7114 is a 1989 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 76,076 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 TNZ 7114, 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 37 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TNZ 7114 registered?

TNZ 7114 is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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