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G374 UMJ

1989 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,028 mi
Last recorded99,028 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG374 UMJ
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 99,028 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 99,028 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 98,581 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 98,576 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Windscreen wiper blade missing both blades split and the n/s not clearing screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 97,670 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 96,896 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 95,811 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 95,324 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 95,324 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 95,318 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2021 95,311 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 94,300 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 93,459 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 92,251 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 90,434 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 89,169 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 87,716 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 85,094 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 84,195 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 84,191 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 82,917 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 92,290 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 81,209 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 81,209 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 80,560 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 79,618 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 79,241 miles

rear engine mounting slight play

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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G374 UMJ is a 1989 Talbot Express in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 G374 UMJ, 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 G374 UMJ registered?

G374 UMJ is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 13 September 1989.

Is G374 UMJ safe to buy?

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