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H705 CSU

1991 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

59,556 mi
Last recorded59,556 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH705 CSU
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 59,556 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front exhaust box rubber perished but system secure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing corroded and holed outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer body panels loose at bottom (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing corroded and holed outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 59,521 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 58,185 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 58,113 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front bumper insecure at offside

Pass 12 Apr 2016 56,778 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 55,825 miles

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

all brake pipes greesed

Pass 1 Apr 2014 55,426 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 55,024 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 53,399 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 51,630 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 49,859 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 48,166 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 46,405 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 44,699 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 42,492 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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H705 CSU is a 1991 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1991 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 71,041 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 H705 CSU, 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 35 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 H705 CSU registered?

H705 CSU is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 3 June 1991.

Is H705 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H705 CSU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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