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J420 DNN

1992 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

16,203 mi
Last recorded16,203 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2021
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ420 DNN
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2021 16,203 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 16,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2019 16,182 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 16,148 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 16,148 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 16,120 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 16,104 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 16,004 miles

exhaust rubbers perished etc

Pass 11 Mar 2013 15,774 miles

exhsust rubber fixing starting to split

Pass 3 Mar 2012 15,140 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 14,362 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 13,329 miles

exhaust system mounts replaced with wire

slight notchiness detected on power steering near full lock

Pass 30 Mar 2009 12,637 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 12,618 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 May 2008 12,195 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 11,943 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 11,279 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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J420 DNN is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1992 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 68,439 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 J420 DNN, 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 34 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 J420 DNN registered?

J420 DNN is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 7 January 1992.

Is J420 DNN safe to buy?

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