CarVerify

Free Car Check

G835 TGS

1989 Talbot Express 1000 P

Beige Petrol 1971cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,007 mi
Last recorded30,007 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1000 P80,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Talbot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG835 TGS
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1000 P
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc
View full Talbot Express 1000 P reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 30,007 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 29,072 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 28,458 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 28,458 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 26,033 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 26,001 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 25,997 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 25,810 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 25,377 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 24,742 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 24,258 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 23,748 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 23,157 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 22,599 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2013 25,572 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 22,078 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 21,694 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 21,155 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 20,666 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 20,208 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 19,729 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 18,509 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1000 P?

Based on 10,406 MOT tests across 547 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
1,257
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
547
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 583
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 365
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 321
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 303
Full Talbot Express 1000 P reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G835 TGS is a 1989 Talbot Express 1000 P in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express 1000 P models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 80,200 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1000 P fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 583 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G835 TGS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1000 P typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Talbot Express 1000 P is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G835 TGS?

You can check the full history of G835 TGS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G835 TGS registered?

G835 TGS is a 1989 Talbot Express 1000 P, first registered on 18 August 1989.

Is G835 TGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G835 TGS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G835 TGS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G835 TGS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.