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G336 JFV

1989 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,989 mi
Last recorded57,989 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2018
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG336 JFV
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2018 57,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 57,913 miles

o/s/f outer cv boot slightly cracked

Pass 20 Jun 2015 57,717 miles

brake pipes greesed

Pass 16 Jul 2014 57,375 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 56,264 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 56,033 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 56,033 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 55,990 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2011 55,986 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 55,419 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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G336 JFV is a 1989 Talbot Express in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G336 JFV, 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 G336 JFV registered?

G336 JFV is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 27 September 1989.

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