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G574 MCX

1990 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,822 mi
Last recorded111,822 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D81,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG574 MCX
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 111,822 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced A PILLER CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced DOOR STEP TO FLOOR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 109,964 miles

various metal brake pipes corroded

various underside corrosion

Fail 8 Apr 2021 109,964 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

various metal brake pipes corroded

various underside corrosion

Fail 26 Jan 2021 109,955 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Emissions not tested Due To Excessive Smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Wing To Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users Engine Misfire (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cracked To Cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Chassis Rail (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cracked To Cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes Front & Rear (1.1.11 (c))

General Underside Corrosion

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 107,306 miles

Offside Front heavily undersealed

Pass 1 Aug 2018 106,696 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 106,630 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 106,049 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 106,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2015 98,513 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 98,960 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 97,393 miles

nearside brake flexi perished

nearside front inner arch corroded

shocks corroded

slight play nearside ball joint

Pass 8 Jul 2010 96,637 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Jul 2010 96,637 miles

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 96,103 miles

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

offside and nearside front x-panel corroded/holed= not structural

Fail 6 Jul 2009 96,103 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside and nearside front x-panel corroded/holed= not structural

Pass 26 Jun 2008 95,406 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 95,406 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 94,441 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both inner door steps corroded and holed.rear panel corroded behind bumper.n/s/f inner wing corroded .vehicle will require major welding for next mot

Pass 11 Jul 2006 94,259 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 94,257 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 D?

Based on 18,667 MOT tests across 1,237 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
1,240
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 704
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 438
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 424
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 386
Exhaust system not adequately supported 373
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G574 MCX is a 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 1,898cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 81,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1300 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 704 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G574 MCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1300 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G574 MCX is a 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 10 May 1990.

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