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G39 PNJ

1989 Talbot Express

Cream Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,720 mi
Last recorded33,720 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG39 PNJ
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 May 2014 33,720 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

offside front and nearside front tyres side wall perishing

Pass 9 May 2014 33,720 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

offside front and nearside front tyres side wall perishing

Pass 6 Aug 2010

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 33,456 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

both front inner wheel arches corroded

o/s/f tyre cracking outer sidewall

Pass 17 Jun 2008 30,357 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 28,303 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 28,303 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 26,177 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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G39 PNJ is a 1989 Talbot Express in Cream with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G39 PNJ, 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 G39 PNJ registered?

G39 PNJ is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G39 PNJ safe to buy?

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