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H921 XCH

1991 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,001 mi
Last recorded89,001 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH921 XCH
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 89,001 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 May 2025 86,301 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 85,813 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 85,489 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 85,228 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 84,339 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 84,025 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2018 84,025 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 80,190 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 80,190 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 May 2016 78,448 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 74,789 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 74,789 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 72,397 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 71,699 miles

offside front wheel bearing noisy

Pass 4 Jul 2012 70,554 miles

slight play in n/s f wheel bearing(may adjust)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 70,554 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

slight play in n/s f wheel bearing(may adjust)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 69,060 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 69,059 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 67,468 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 63,285 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 63,280 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Jul 2008 61,538 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 60,940 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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H921 XCH 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 75%.

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 H921 XCH, 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 H921 XCH registered?

H921 XCH is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 16 January 1991.

Is H921 XCH safe to buy?

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