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H71 HFJ

1991 Talbot Express

Beige Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,915 mi
Last recorded55,915 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH71 HFJ
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 55,915 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 55,700 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 52,701 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 52,020 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 52,020 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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H71 HFJ is a 1991 Talbot Express in Beige with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 H71 HFJ, 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 H71 HFJ registered?

H71 HFJ is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 15 March 1991.

Is H71 HFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H71 HFJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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