MOT Status
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90,296 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leak, but not excessive transmission area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage hose onto pump (2.1.5 (a))
Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
load sensing valve not working
How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1500 D?
Based on 6,119 MOT tests across 476 vehicles.
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J396 TDU is a 1992 Talbot Express 1500 D in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1992 Talbot Express 1500 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 64,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Talbot Express 1500 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J396 TDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Talbot Express 1500 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Talbot Express 1500 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was J396 TDU registered?
J396 TDU is a 1992 Talbot Express 1500 D, first registered on 1 March 1992.
Is J396 TDU safe to buy?
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