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G397 HPW

1989 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,339 mi
Last recorded71,339 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2013
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG397 HPW
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2013 71,339 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2012 71,129 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 70,877 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 70,655 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 69,581 miles

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

exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorated

Pass 12 Sep 2007 68,370 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 67,429 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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G397 HPW is a 1989 Talbot Express in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G397 HPW, 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 G397 HPW registered?

G397 HPW is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 14 October 1989.

Is G397 HPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G397 HPW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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