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WBZ 1266

1992 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,641 mi
Last recorded92,641 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D70,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBZ 1266
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 92,641 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 91,888 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 91,888 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 May 2024 90,805 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 14 May 2024 90,787 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis member suport (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 90,294 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 88,871 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 May 2022 88,871 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Steps (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 85,612 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner door step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 81,669 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 81,283 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 80,563 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 80,557 miles

Nearside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 78,670 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 78,660 miles

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 72,760 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 72,760 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 72,748 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 72,724 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 72,699 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 72,690 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 72,666 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 71,630 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 70,283 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 68,115 miles

o/s and n/s inner sills corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2008 64,836 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 62,771 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 62,743 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 26 Jul 2006 62,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2006 62,228 miles

oil leak

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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WBZ 1266 is a 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 70,220 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 WBZ 1266, 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 34 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WBZ 1266 is a 1992 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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