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H675 OVG

1990 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

59,451 mi
Last recorded59,451 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2021
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express73,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH675 OVG
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2021 59,451 miles

several areas plated and undersealed

Fail 19 Mar 2021 59,438 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CHASSIS/INNER WING (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER/OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER/OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 59,230 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 59,222 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 58,853 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 58,555 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 57,304 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 54,924 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Feb 2016 54,924 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 54,920 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 54,920 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 54,289 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2014 54,289 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Fail 13 Mar 2013 53,894 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

all tyres starting to crack on sidewall

exhaust heatshield insecure

nearside front inner wing corroded

rear gearbox/engine mounting starting to split

Pass 13 Mar 2013 53,894 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

all tyres starting to crack on sidewall

exhaust heatshield insecure

nearside front inner wing corroded

rear gearbox/engine mounting starting to split

Pass 19 Mar 2012 53,833 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

nearside front inner wing corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2012 53,833 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

nearside front inner wing corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2011 53,747 miles

battery insecure

nearside front inner sill corroded

nearside front inner wing corroded

offside front inner wing corroded

Pass 11 Mar 2010 53,057 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 53,054 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside wiper slightly torn

Pass 9 Mar 2009 51,524 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 49,558 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 49,110 miles

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

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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H675 OVG is a 1990 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H675 OVG, 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.

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H675 OVG is a 1990 Talbot Express, first registered on 20 August 1990.

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