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UIB 2976

1996 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

108,307 mi
Last recorded108,307 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Talbot Express83,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIB 2976
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 108,307 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 102,480 miles

Brake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 97,169 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 96,547 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer c.v boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 96,546 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer c.v boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 83,060 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 73,513 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 73,436 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 64,248 miles

nearside outer cv boot poor

Pass 18 May 2015 59,753 miles

nearside cv boot poor

Pass 19 May 2014 59,276 miles

nearside outer cv boot poor condition

Pass 18 May 2013 58,942 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 58,475 miles

exhaust tailpipe holed, mount insecure

Pass 10 May 2011 58,420 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S/F chassis leg corroded

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

O/S/F brake disc slightly warped

O/S/R brake slightly binding

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Wheel trims fitted

Fail 10 May 2011 58,420 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S/F chassis leg corroded

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

O/S/F brake disc slightly warped

O/S/R brake slightly binding

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Wheel trims fitted

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 56,102 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 May 2007 54,686 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front flexable brake pipes cracking

Fail 29 May 2007 54,686 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front flexable brake pipes cracking

Pass 27 Apr 2006 53,860 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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UIB 2976 is a 1996 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1996 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 83,261 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 UIB 2976, 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 30 years old, this Talbot Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UIB 2976 registered?

UIB 2976 is a 1996 Talbot Express, first registered on 15 February 1996.

Is UIB 2976 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UIB 2976 shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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