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G240 LNP

1990 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

55,275 mi
Last recorded55,275 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express73,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG240 LNP
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 55,275 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2026 55,275 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2025 55,252 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2025 55,252 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 55,209 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 55,207 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 55,139 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 55,051 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 54,481 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 54,196 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 53,765 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 53,161 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 52,437 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 52,023 miles
Pass 29 May 2014
Pass 4 Jun 2013 49,933 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 47,860 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 45,769 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 44,438 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 43,107 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 41,506 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 39,401 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 36,564 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 34,714 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 34,714 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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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G240 LNP is a 1990 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1990 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 73,652 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 G240 LNP, 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 36 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 G240 LNP registered?

G240 LNP is a 1990 Talbot Express, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G240 LNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G240 LNP shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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