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H41 XGX

1990 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

122,202 mi
Last recorded122,202 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D81,580 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH41 XGX
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 122,202 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 120,949 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (all front) (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 119,880 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 118,346 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 118,346 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 116,686 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both steering rack boots slight insecure

Pass 23 Jul 2019 112,514 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 106,004 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 105,517 miles

hand brake cables deteriorating

n/s/front track rod end slight play

n/s/front tyre perished

n/s/rear tyre perished

Pass 13 Feb 2013 105,106 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Outer Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 5 Feb 2013 105,106 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Inner Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Outer Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight leak from steering rack

Pass 24 Jan 2012 104,993 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 104,205 miles

surface corrosion on exhaust

Fail 15 Feb 2011 104,205 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

surface corrosion on exhaust

Pass 3 Mar 2010 102,678 miles

exhaust in poor condition

offside front tyre worn low

Pass 24 Mar 2009 101,051 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 100,050 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 99,052 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 95,277 miles

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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H41 XGX is a 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 H41 XGX, 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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What year was H41 XGX registered?

H41 XGX is a 1990 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 1 August 1990.

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