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E649 HSP

1988 Talbot Express

Beige Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

61,438 mi
Last recorded61,438 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Talbot Express76,257 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE649 HSP
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 61,438 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 60,403 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 59,440 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2023 59,435 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 58,549 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 57,353 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 55,686 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 52,587 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 49,449 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 46,950 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 41,754 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 41,754 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 40,853 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 39,560 miles

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 39,560 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 38,593 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 37,898 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 28 Jul 2011 37,492 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2010 36,840 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 36,831 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 36,822 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 24,287 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 23,323 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing slight play

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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E649 HSP is a 1988 Talbot Express in Beige with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1988 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 76,257 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 E649 HSP, 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 38 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 E649 HSP registered?

E649 HSP is a 1988 Talbot Express, first registered on 19 February 1988.

Is E649 HSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E649 HSP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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