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G285 BDG

1990 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

114,380 mi
Last recorded114,380 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express73,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG285 BDG
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 114,380 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 114,319 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 114,222 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 113,869 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 111,594 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 111,076 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 110,450 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 109,946 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 109,265 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside rear inner side light not working

offside rear inner side light not working

Pass 28 Jun 2013 108,005 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2012 107,219 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 106,152 miles

O/SIDE AND N/SIDE FRONT INNER SILLS SLIGHT RUST

Pass 9 Jul 2010 104,823 miles

N/S AND O/S FRONT INNER STEPS CORRODED.

Pass 7 Jul 2009 103,916 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 102,935 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 101,535 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 100,629 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Jul 2006 100,628 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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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G285 BDG is a 1990 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 G285 BDG, 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.

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What year was G285 BDG registered?

G285 BDG is a 1990 Talbot Express, first registered on 12 May 1990.

Is G285 BDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G285 BDG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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