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F836 WAF

1989 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

156,633 mi
Last recorded156,633 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF836 WAF
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 156,633 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 156,633 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 155,911 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 155,869 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 155,869 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative switch stuck , freed off now working (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 155,190 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 153,651 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 151,448 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 147,278 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 146,078 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 145,851 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 145,662 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 143,018 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 142,052 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 138,828 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 134,031 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 130,262 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 125,646 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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F836 WAF is a 1989 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F836 WAF, 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.

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What year was F836 WAF registered?

F836 WAF is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 6 March 1989.

Is F836 WAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F836 WAF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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