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GIL 2880

1989 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,984 mi
Last recorded67,984 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 1989 Talbot Express76,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 2880
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2018 67,984 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both sides inner wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Body component insecure step , floor rotten (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both (0.1 (d))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

wooden floor rotten rear

Pass 11 Jul 2017 65,634 miles

All tyres very old

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 65,615 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

All tyres very old

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 62,867 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 60,258 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust rubber mountings slightly deteriorated

Pass 1 Jul 2013 60,253 miles

Nearside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2012 56,715 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 56,081 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 55,210 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2008 52,052 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 10 Oct 2007 49,629 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 45,691 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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GIL 2880 is a 1989 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GIL 2880, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GIL 2880 registered?

GIL 2880 is a 1989 Talbot Express, first registered on 15 June 1989.

Is GIL 2880 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 2880 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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