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C296 GBM

1986 Talbot Express

Beige Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

71,431 mi
Last recorded71,431 miles
Recorded on20 May 2008
Typical for 1986 Talbot Express79,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC296 GBM
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 May 2008 71,431 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 May 2007 70,610 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 70,593 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front number plate cracked

Pass 30 May 2006 66,317 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 66,309 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 May 2005 61,593 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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C296 GBM is a 1986 Talbot Express in Beige with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 79,125 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C296 GBM, 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 40 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C296 GBM registered?

C296 GBM is a 1986 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 March 1986.

Is C296 GBM safe to buy?

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