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F899 NSR

1989 Talbot Express

Beige Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,246 mi
Last recorded59,246 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF899 NSR
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 59,246 miles

front discs worn

oil leak

Fail 13 Sep 2016 59,245 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

front discs worn

oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2015 59,173 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 59,172 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 57,615 miles

front discs pitted

Pass 3 Sep 2013 57,535 miles

front of bonnet holed and corroded

front panel holed and corroded

Fail 2 Sep 2013 57,531 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

front bumper holed and corroded

front of bonnet holed and corroded

front panel holed and corroded

both front discs corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2012 57,200 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2011 55,334 miles

fornt brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2010 53,299 miles

o/s/r,n/s/r slight play at wheel bearings

Pass 17 Aug 2009 51,017 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 48,863 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 48,838 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 45,905 miles

n/s/f slight play at wheel bearing

o/s/r,n/s/r slight play at wheel bearings

Pass 23 Aug 2006 42,574 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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F899 NSR is a 1989 Talbot Express in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 F899 NSR, 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

How do I check the history of F899 NSR?

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What year was F899 NSR registered?

F899 NSR is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 23 March 1989.

Is F899 NSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F899 NSR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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