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F527 JFM

1989 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,618 mi
Last recorded62,618 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF527 JFM
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 62,618 miles

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

Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 61,856 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2024 61,069 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 60,334 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 59,953 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 58,769 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 58,627 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 57,828 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 56,773 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 55,832 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 54,906 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 54,209 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 53,363 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 52,025 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 49,762 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 47,820 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 46,285 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 45,375 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 44,960 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 44,960 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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F527 JFM is a 1989 Talbot Express in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F527 JFM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F527 JFM registered?

F527 JFM is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 23 March 1989.

Is F527 JFM safe to buy?

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