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G973 UHT

1989 Talbot Express 1300 P

Beige Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,088 mi
Last recorded50,088 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P66,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG973 UHT
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 P
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 50,088 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2023 49,406 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 49,406 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 48,091 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 47,854 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 46,325 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 44,729 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 42,423 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 41,675 miles

underbody corroded

Fail 9 May 2017 41,675 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

underbody corroded

Pass 12 May 2016 40,085 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 39,791 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 39,311 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 38,452 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 37,009 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 35,897 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 34,871 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 33,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 32,753 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 32,035 miles

Battery insecure

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 P?

Based on 17,936 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
1,011
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 552
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 527
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 499
Exhaust system not adequately supported 420
position lamp(s) not working 403
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G973 UHT is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 66,061 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1300 P fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 552 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G973 UHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1300 P typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 P is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G973 UHT registered?

G973 UHT is a 1989 Talbot Express 1300 P, first registered on 16 August 1989.

Is G973 UHT safe to buy?

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