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H705 YFL

1990 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

107,206 mi
Last recorded107,206 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1990 Talbot Express73,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH705 YFL
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 107,206 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2017 107,206 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 107,176 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE STARTED TO DETIORATE

O/S SILL WEAK

O/S/F HEADLAMP DAMP

Fail 29 Mar 2016 107,176 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE STARTED TO DETIORATE

O/S SILL WEAK

O/S/F HEADLAMP DAMP

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 106,632 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 103,900 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 99,901 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 96,796 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

front number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 Apr 2011 93,503 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 93,503 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 90,660 miles

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

slight dent in o/s/f sill

Pass 2 Apr 2009 86,601 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 83,861 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 83,861 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 77,950 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 YFL is a 1990 Talbot Express in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 H705 YFL, 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 H705 YFL registered?

H705 YFL is a 1990 Talbot Express, first registered on 19 September 1990.

Is H705 YFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H705 YFL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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