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H871 MWK

1991 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

100,480 mi
Last recorded100,480 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH871 MWK
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 100,480 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced hole not prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

park brake lever needs adjusting

Pass 21 Jun 2024 100,480 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 98,944 miles

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

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2021 98,873 miles

All direction indicators not working all indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached upper (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure rubbers missing, tied up with wire (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible faded (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Body component slightly loose and slight damage to front (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn radius arm pin/bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x 2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 97,600 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 95,229 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Fail 1 May 2018 95,229 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

water leak on engine

Pass 11 May 2017 89,736 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front body trim insecure

Fail 27 Apr 2017 89,736 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort park (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front body trim insecure

Pass 3 May 2016 86,895 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 84,442 miles
Fail 16 May 2015

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 May 2014 80,301 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 75,664 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 71,562 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 69,763 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 69,755 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 66,293 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 58,582 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 56,917 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 56,901 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Battery insecure

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 55,468 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006
Fail 24 Jul 2006

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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H871 MWK is a 1991 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 H871 MWK, 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.

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H871 MWK is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 24 June 1991.

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