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H516 JBL

1990 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

49,353 mi
Last recorded49,353 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express73,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH516 JBL
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 49,353 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 49,333 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 49,322 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 48,346 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 46,960 miles

Nearside Front Outer Sill slightly corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 20 Jun 2018 46,060 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 45,195 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 44,831 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 43,646 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 42,601 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 39,898 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 39,478 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 38,907 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 37,119 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 37,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 36,279 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 33,487 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 31,397 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 29,006 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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H516 JBL is a 1990 Talbot Express in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1990 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 73,652 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 H516 JBL, 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 36 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 H516 JBL registered?

H516 JBL is a 1990 Talbot Express, first registered on 9 November 1990.

Is H516 JBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H516 JBL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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