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J431 CTV

1991 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

35,197 mi
Last recorded35,197 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ431 CTV
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 35,197 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in greese (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front hubs and calipers light corrosion

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear leaf springs corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2020 34,689 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Front brake calipers and hubs both sides corroding

Offside Rear Body not fully secure side valance (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear leaf springs corroded

Fail 3 Aug 2020 34,688 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Front brake calipers and hubs both sides corroding

Offside Rear Body not fully secure side valance (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear leaf springs corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2019 34,679 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 34,450 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 32,786 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 32,647 miles

Nearside Rear tyre showing slight deterioration

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 14 May 2015 32,632 miles

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 14 May 2015 32,632 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 May 2014 32,369 miles

nearside headlamp output deteriorated

Fail 27 May 2014 32,359 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside headlamp output deteriorated

windscreen wipers deteriorated but clearing screen affectivly

Pass 16 Jul 2013 32,339 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 32,102 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2011 31,942 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 31,631 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 31,631 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 10 Aug 2009 31,336 miles

Offside Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 31,336 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 30,931 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 30,824 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 30,824 miles

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

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 28,836 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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J431 CTV is a 1991 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 J431 CTV, 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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What year was J431 CTV registered?

J431 CTV is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 21 November 1991.

Is J431 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J431 CTV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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