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G799 NKM

1989 Talbot Express 1500 D

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

160,938 mi
Last recorded160,938 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2005
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1500 D93,452 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG799 NKM
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1500 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2005 160,938 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1500 D?

Based on 6,119 MOT tests across 476 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
1,140
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
476
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 316
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 167
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 160
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 152
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G799 NKM is a 1989 Talbot Express 1500 D in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express 1500 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 93,452 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1500 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G799 NKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1500 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Talbot Express 1500 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G799 NKM registered?

G799 NKM is a 1989 Talbot Express 1500 D, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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